Chapter I
Introduction
A. Background of the Study Last 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) conducted a study that 58% of groundwater in the Philippines is contaminated with coliform bacteria and should be treated. There are 2.2 million metric tons of organic pollution that happens in the Philippines each year. Each kind of pollutant have negative effects, that harm human health and the environment. Water is a major component of living matter and is essential for living. Diarrhea is estimated to cause 1.5 million deaths per year, mostly among children under five years old, living in developing countries. There were 2.7 billion people without access to basic sanitation in 2015 (World Health Organization, 2015). There are three types
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A common misconception about electrolysis is that ‘ions are attracted to the oppositely-charged electrode’. This is true only in the very thin interfacial region near the electrode surface.
B. Statement of the Problem The study entitled ‘Enhancing Purification of River Water Through Electrolysis’ is conducted to test the feasibility to purify river water through electrolysis.
Specifically, it sought to answer the following questions:
1. Is there a significant difference in the heterotrophic plate count of the river water samples from controlled and treated groups?
2. Is there a significant difference in the coliform count of the river water samples from controlled and treated groups?
3. Is there a significant difference in the Escherichia coliform count of the river water samples from controlled and treated
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In the Philippines alone, chemical pollution is rapidly taking its toll on our limited supply of fresh water. The research is about making an innovative way of purifying water by electrolysis. Its main concern is the cleanliness and the process of purifying water, which will be using and analyzing tap water that is commonly used for drinking.
E. Scope and Limitations This research was about enhancing purification of river water through electrolysis. Its main concern was the capability of electrolysis and filtration to make river water as drinking water. Water is one of the necessities of humans. And with the help of this study, people would be able to purify and consume a clean river water. The water analysis only tested for the total count of bacteria present in the water, either treated or not. This study had undergone two months of preparation to test the capability of electrolysis in making purified river water. River water samples were tested at the Food and Nutrition Research Institute. Five samples were collected, to have an accurate results as a proof that the river water can be used as drinking water, by means of
In this lab we were trying to figure out if Salt Creek and Barker Lake had the correct chemical balances to sustain catfish for the years coming. In order to find this out, we tested the water using a Hach Water Testing Kit. Inside were dissolved oxygen reagent powder pillows 1, 2 and 3 which we added and mixed into our sample water to prepare it for testing. Then we added droplets of Sodium Thiosulphate Solution into the prepared water too see how much dissolved oxygen parts per million were in the water. Our independent variable in this experiment was the 5 different testing sites that we went to for water samples.
The reference material used to construct this investigation has been drawn from a collection of primary and secondary
One of the most difficult challenges that faces our society about water pollution is cleaning after a body of water have been contaminated. Our design team aimed to design a sufficient water filter that would improve the water quality in a body of water have been contaminated. An ideal body of water should be contaminant free, with a high potential Hydrogen (pH) and Nitrogen Dioxide (DO) level. Low pH and DO level which could cause health hazards to individuals who used the water as a drinking water. 2.
When concerning our drinking water it should be considered that pathogenic organisms may contaminate soil, as well as stick on to the sediments in the surrounding area; making it more tricky to clear completely. Nitrate poisoning is another large concern,
Water from the Nile River is immensely toxic or unhealthy, but when but through cleaning systems like a filter can change that. The very scarce but clean water can provide the proper nutrients to defeat and prevent waterborne
Farmers began to grow their crops in San Joaquin Valley for more than 100 years. Farms in the valley produce mostly vegetables, fruits, nuts, and dairy and they are the main manufacturers in international markets and major suppliers in the United States (Hanak & Arnold, 2017). Farmers are using polluted groundwater to grow their crops and harming the environment by drying rivers and causing people to get health problems. The reason that there are pesticides in nitrates in groundwater in San Joaquin Valley may be the fact that there is a long history of farming and irrigation and generally permeable sediments (Burow & Dubrowvsky, 2014). The first organization that noticed the growth of nitrates in groundwater is the Regional Aquifier System Analyses Program.
Each year, 48 million food and water borne illnesses will sicken the United States inhabitants, and an additional 3,000 people will die from those illnesses. Food and water safety is crucial to the public because it directly affects people’s health, and without good hygiene diseases will spread quickly. It is also important to point out that many people live in conditions where they do not have access to resources necessary for human survival, and these are the ones that need the most assistance. For many, it is due to the carelessness of food and water distributors and lack of government intervention. For example, the Flint Michigan Water Crisis, a completely preventable occurrence.
Children under the age of five, the elderly, and people with impaired immune system are the most likely to suffer from illnesses caused by E. coli 0157:H7. The pathogen is now the leading cause of kidney failure among the children in the United States.” The use of logos in Schlosser’s book makes his declaration better because he is using reasonable facts and statistics. Logos makes Schlosser’s claim persuasive and serious. Nowadays, Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria is becoming a well-known threat that can be caught by consuming contaminated food (raw vegetables and certain raw meats) or water.
King River, Tasmania Outline the physical features of the King River. The river in Western Tasmania is made by two rivers, Eldon and South Eldon, coming together. It flows down for 52km to Lake Burbury where it goes through a tunnel to a power station. Along the sides of the river you can find huon pines - a type of plant native to Tasmania. The top part of the river lies in a glaciated valley and is surrounded by mountains.
Drinking water sources have been contaminated with explosive methane, as well as other dangerous substances, such as benzene and arsenic, that can cause cancer and other serious illnesses. Toxic chemicals, as well as erosion and runoff from drilling operations, have fouled
Water Pollution is a huge environmental problem that has serious effects on marine habitats, animals, and water quality. BP1: The world's marine habitat has been getting worse because of how bad the pollution has gotten. “ Over 80% of marine pollution comes from land based activities “ (source 5 ). This quote explains how most of the water pollution is caused by human activity. “ Plastic litter does not degrade, can be expected to last in the oceans for hundreds of years “ ( source 6 ).
Compared to the rural river water, and urban river water was polluted more seriously, urbanization and urban activities had a significant negative impact on the river water quality (Ouyang, et al., 2006 .).Additionally the rapid urbanization caused a series of changes to the river systems and brought about water degradation in the tuna region in china (Deng, et al., 2015). A practical feature of the urbanization process, including the release of domestic sewage and others in water resources causes changes that may impair the
DIARRHEA Definition and Overview Diarrhea is a medical condition where the patient has at least three loose or liquid bowel movements a day. It is one of the most common diseases experienced by any age group, and is especially common in children. The most significant complication of diarrhea is dehydration. Dehydration is a condition resulting from massive loss of body water and electrolytes. When diarrhea ensues, body fluid and electrolytes are eliminated by the body before they are adequately absorbed.
Water is the most important component found on the surface of the earth because it is source of life for living creatures. However, water pollution has become a global concern. Water pollution can have several forms from diverse sources. It is expected that there will be a lack of clean water in next few decades due to pollution. Nile river water in Egypt is the focus of attention of many studies due to many reasons.
Introduction By the year 2025, the Philippines is believed to be brought to a water crisis if no new sources of water are developed or found to meet the growing demand of the citizens. (Sapnu, R., Balabo, D., & Cervantes, D., 2007) "There is a Japan International Cooperation Agency study that says that if we will not conserve water, there may be some problems. But of course we can always start conserving now and look for other sources," Lopez (2013) said. Studies have shown how water conservation and appropriate water utilization are significant as early as today.