Rapid economic growth is leading to urbanization and industrialization, generating waste which is adversely affecting the environment. Waste: “Wastes” are materials which are discarded after use at the end of their intended lifespan. Waste management is a collective activity involving segregation, collection, transportation, re-processing, recycling and disposal of various types of wastes. Types of Waste: Waste matter can broadly be [...]
The burning and biodegradation of wastes as a source of energy is also significant. 1. Water- Based Biomass: Aquatic plants do not require irrigation or appreciable rainfall, the temperatures fluctuate less than land temperatures and light absorption is high—giving rise to high photosynthetic efficiencies. Algae, seaweed and other aquatic lower plants can be intensively grown in certain areas of the [...]
After reading this article you will learn about the biochemical properties of selenium, occurrence, uptake by plants, bioaccumulation and its reutilization prospects when generated as waste. Properties of Selenium: Selenium was identified as element by Berzelius in 1817. It was noted as a constituent of the slime collected at the bottom of the lead chambers used for the production of [...]