In this paper selected references about experience gained with photosynthetic bacteria in anaerobic process for either water treatment or hydrogen production are given. In particular experimental data about the hydrogen evolution rate, hydrogen yield and substrate efficiency in relationship to the nutrient conditions as well as about the behavior of some different species are presented. The limiting role of the nitrogen source is being discussed. 相似文献
Intrusion of synthetic textile dyes in the ecosystem has been recognized as a serious issue worldwide. The effluents generated from textiles contain large amount of recalcitrant unfixed dyes which are regarded as emerging contaminants in the field of waste water study. Removal of various toxic dyes often includes diverse and complex set of physico-chemical, biological and advanced oxidation processes adopted for treatment. Adsorption in itself is a well-known technique utilized for treatment of textile effluents using a variety of adsorbents. In addition, ozonation deals with effective removal of dyes using high oxidising power of ozone. The review summarizes dye removal study by a combination of ozonation and adsorption methods. Also, to acquire an effective interpretation of this combined approach of treating wastewater, a thorough study has been made which is deliberated here. Results assert that, with the combined ability of ozone and a catalyst/adsorbent, there is high possibility of total elimination of dyes from waste water. Several synthetically prepared materials have been used along with few natural materials during the combined treatment. However, considering practical applicability, some areas were identified during the study where work needs to be done for effective implementation of the combined treatment.
This contribution to the International Congress on Production of Safe Water, Izmir, Turkey, 20–24 January, 2009, relates to
general aspects of a water supply undertaking rather than to particular technologies or chemistries for water treatment. The
paper offers a “creative problem solving” approach following Fogler and LeBlanc (Strategies for creative problem solving.
Prentice Hall, NJ, 1995) as a model for generating sustainable solutions when water quality and safety problems arise. Such a structured approach
presents a systematic methodology that can promote communication and goal-sharing across the inter-related, but often isolated
and dispersed, functions of water scientists and researchers, engineers, operations managers, government departments and communities.
A problem-solving strategy, or “heuristic”, invokes five main steps (define; generate; decide; implement; evaluate). Associated
with each step are various creative and enabling techniques, many of which are quite familiar to us in one form or another,
but which we can use more effectively in combination and through our increased awareness and practice. For example, taking
a fresh view of a problem can be promoted by a variety of “lateral thinking” tools. First-hand investigation of a problem
can trigger new thinking about the real problem and its origins. A good strategy implementation will always address each and every step (though not necessarily every possible technique) and will use them at various stages in the search for and implementation of solutions. The creative nature of our experience
with a problem-solving heuristic develops our facility to cope better with complex formal situations, as well as with less
formal or everyday problem situations. A few anecdotes are presented that illustrate some of the author’s experiences relating
to factors involved in safe water supply. Here, the term “factors” may signify people and organisations as agents, as well as meaning those aspects of a problem situation that need to be taken into account. 相似文献
Studies were carried out on waste water stabilization ponds in the southern region of Tehran (Iran). Concrete waste stabilization ponds made up of 4 lagoons with 32,047?m3 volume handled 180?lit/ day sewage per capita. Samples were collected monthly from 3 regions of influent and effluent from January to December. Some of the samples were used for identification, culture and purification without any fixation of phytoplankton, but some of them were fixed. Algae were identified using bright field and dark field microscopes. The relationship between the environmental factors and the population density of the species at different times was also measured based on the data analysis factors. Results showed existing 53 taxa in 4 phylum and 38 genera of algae. Taxa were: Cyanophyta (17 taxa), Chlorophyta (22 taxa), Chrysophyta (11 taxa) and Euglenophyta (4 taxa) that fluctuated based on the environmental conditions. 相似文献
An extremely potent mutagen, 3‐chloro‐4(dichloromethyl)‐5‐hydroxy‐2(5/f)‐furanone (MX) is commonly present in chlorinated drinking water. Due to its high mutagenic activity and according to WHO guidelines its concentration should be controlled in drinking waters. Determination of MX is difficult due to ppt levels at which the compound usually exists in drinking waters. Derivatization with 2‐propanol is presented as a method which significantly lowers GC/MS detection level of MX. Suitability of 2‐propylation for derivatization of other hydroxyfuranones is also shown. 相似文献
This paper examines a 3-yr EU LIFE-funded project for the management of two especially protected areas on the Maltese coast.
Project partners are the Euro-Mediterranean Centre on Insular Coastal Dynamics (ICoD), the Gaia Foundation and the Ministry
for the Environment of Malta.
Project sites are the Ghajn Tuffieha area on the northwest coast of Malta, and the Ramla Bay area on the island of Gozo. While
both sites are in a relatively pristine state and comprise a number of features of ecological and scientific importance, they
are also prime recreational areas, hosting thousands of visitors especially during the summer months. The challenge is to
manage these sites in a sustainable manner in order to protect their unique ecology while simultaneously controlling and managing
the human activities taking place there.
The following sequence of activities is being implemented at both sites: surveys of the resources present (biodiversity, habitats,
geological and hydrological features, and archaeological heritage), implementation of first intervention measures, and the
drawing up and implementation of site-specific management plans, including rehabilitation and protection of biodiversity and
habitats, regulations for site use, and awareness raising and educational measures.
The management structure of this project supports the concept of decentralization of management of protected areas, through
the granting of responsibility for the direct management of these sites to a non-governmental organization, under joint government/EU
funding. This paper thus presents the project as a model for similar initiatives for the management of protected sites in
the Mediterranean. 相似文献
A simple and efficient ionic liquid-based ligandless microextraction method has been developed for preconcentration of cadmium ions (Cd2+) as a step prior to its determination by flame atomic absorption spectrometry (FAAS) with a micro-sample introduction system. In this approach, the ionic liquid (IL) 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate [C4mim][PF6] and ethanol were used as extractant and dispersive solvents to preconcentrate the Cd2+ in different waters, acid digested scalp hair, and nail samples. Some analytical parameters influencing the extraction efficiency of Cd2+ and its subsequent determination, including pH, IL volume, dispersant solvent volume, sample volume, temperature, incubation time, and matrix effect, were optimized. Under optimal conditions, the limit of detection (LOD), limit of quantification (LOQ), and enhancement factor (EF) were 0.4 μg L?1, 1.3 μg L?1, and 50, respectively. The relative standard deviation (RSD) of 100 μgL?1 Cd2+ was 4.3% (n = 6). The validity of the proposed method was checked by determining Cd2+ in certified reference material (TM-25.3 fortified water) and standard addition; the results showed sufficient recovery (>98%) of Cd2+ within the certified value. The method was applied for preconcentration and determination of cadmium in waters and biological samples. 相似文献
季节性干旱现象在我国中亚热带地区时有发生,为了研究该区域大气-生态系统之间的相互作用关系及其碳水收支状况,2002年起在江西省千烟洲(26.7°N,115.1°E)人工林生态系统建立了通量观测塔。2003年7月该人工林生态系统遭遇了历史上少有的高温少雨天气,本研究应用基于生理生态学过程的EALCO(Ecological Assimilation of Land and Climate Observation)模型及2003和2004年通量观测数据对该生态系统的水热通量进行了模拟,同时分析了干旱胁迫对它们产生的影响。结果显示,模型能够很好的模拟该生态系统的能量通量的日变化,净辐射、显热和潜热通量模拟值与实测值相关系数的平方(R2)及标准差分别为0.99和8.05 W.m-2;0.81和41.02 W.m-2;0.90和31.49 W.m-2,模型可以解释87%的日蒸散量的变化。从模拟结果看,2003年7月下旬(发生较严重干旱胁迫)较2004年同期(干旱程度轻)相比,冠层及土壤水势下降约2倍,植物蒸腾的日变化形式改变,根系吸水滞后冠层蒸腾的时间缩短约半小时,冠层导度下降40%~60%。模拟与观测结果均表明,2003年7月下旬每天正午的波文比大都介于1~2.2,而2004年同期正午的波文比则介于0.2~0.6。EALCO模型通过Ball模型将植物碳水过程耦合在一起,从而可以很好的模拟植物的气孔行为,进而准确的模拟植物水热过程对干旱的响应。土壤水分匮乏对冠层导度的限制是2003年干旱期间冠层潜热通量模拟值下降的根本原因。 相似文献
季节性干旱现象在我国中亚热带地区时有发生,为了研究该区域大气-生态系统之间的相互作用关系及其碳水收支状况,2002年起在江西省千烟洲(26.7°N,115.1°E)人工林生态系统建立了通量观测塔。2003年7月该人工林生态系统遭遇了历史上少有的高温少雨天气,本研究应用基于生理生态学过程的EALCO(Ecological Assimilation of Land and Climate Observation)模型及2003和2004年通量观测数据对该生态系统的水热通量进行了模拟,同时分析了干旱胁迫对它们产生的影响。结果显示,模型能够很好的模拟该生态系统的能量通量的日变化,净辐射、显热和潜热通量模拟值与实测值相关系数的平方(R2)及标准差分别为0.99和8.05 W.m-2;0.81和41.02 W.m-2;0.90和31.49 W.m-2,模型可以解释87%的日蒸散量的变化。从模拟结果看,2003年7月下旬(发生较严重干旱胁迫)较2004年同期(干旱程度轻)相比,冠层及土壤水势下降约2倍,植物蒸腾的日变化形式改变,根系吸水滞后冠层蒸腾的时间缩短约半小时,冠层导度下降40%~60%。模拟与观测结果均表明,200... 相似文献
The minimum ecological water requirements of an urban river system and water deployment are key elements in integrated water resources planning and urban ecological construction. Based on a review of ecological water requirement calculation methods and considering the different ecological functions of an urban river system, the ecological function method was used in this paper to calculate the components of the ecological water requirements of an urban river. An envelope curve-based method was proposed for assessing the minimum ecological water requirements of an urban river system. Water resources deployment strategies designed to meet the minimum ecological water requirements were described. Then, the minimum ecological water requirements of the urban river system in Beijing central region, selected as a case study, were investigated. The key parameters for assessing the minimum ecological water requirement in the Beijing urban river system were determined. Based on the ecological objectives and the current status of the different urban river systems within the Beijing central region, the minimum ecological water requirements were calculated. Different types of water sources, including rainwater, upstream water, and reclaimed water, were deployed to meet the ecological water requirements for the urban river system in the Beijing central region. 相似文献
A method is reported for the determination of methyl violet in the range of 10–120 nmol L?1. The method is based on the catalytic effect of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on the oxidation reaction of methyl violet by potassium bromate in acid medium. The reaction is followed spectrophotometrically by measuring the change in absorbance () at 620 nm using a fixed time method. The reaction variables were optimized in order to achieve highest sensitivity. The 3б criterion detection limit was 5 nmol L?1, and the relative standard deviation for ten replicate determinations at a concentration of methyl violet of 15 nmol L?1 was 0.97% (n = 10). The method was successfully applied to the determination of methyl violet in river water samples. 相似文献