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- Biodegradation of Endosulfan by Bacteria Isolated from Soil
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1 Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
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Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, Vol 11, No 3 (2012), Pagination: 393-396Abstract
In the present study an attempt has been made to enrich and isolate bacterial species capable of degrading endosulfan isomers from different soil habitats. The two potent isolates showed about 51% endosulfan degradation during first eight days of incubation. However, the degradation reached between 63-82% after 16 days of incubation. Further, the degradation of the insecticide increased concomitantly with the growth of the bacteria at pH 8.0 and at 30°C. The results suggest that these novel strains could be used as potent agents for biodegradation of endosulfan pesticides.Keywords
Endosulfan, Biodegradation, Soil Bacteria.- Leachate Characterization and Assessment of Groundwater Pollution Near Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Site
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1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
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Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, Vol 10, No 3 (2011), Pagination: 415-418Abstract
Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) generation, treatment and disposal are, both economic and environmental problem of concern, for the urban communities, especially in fast population exploding countries like India. The insanitary methods adopted for disposal of solid wastes are, therefore, a serious health concern. The poorly maintained landfill sites are prone to groundwater contamination because of leachate production. The leachate from the dump is allowed to stagnate in a ditch next to the dump and slowly finds its way into surface and groundwater aquifers. The present work aims to determine the effects of solid waste on groundwater quality those close to refuse dumps sited within and around Mavallipura in Bangalore city. Over the years all drinking water sources in the vicinity have been adversely affected, and the threat looms large of contaminating the groundwater, which is the major source of drinking water.Keywords
Solid Waste Landfill, Leachate, Groundwater Pollution.- Assessment of Drinking Water Quality in Bangalore South Central Zone, Karnataka, India
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1 Department of Environmental Science, J.B. Campus, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Environmental Science, J.B. Campus, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
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Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, Vol 10, No 2 (2011), Pagination: 285-287Abstract
Water of good drinking quality is of basic importance to human physiology, and man's continued existence depends very much on its availability. The concentrations of most of the investigated parameters in the drinking water samples from Bangalore south central zone were within the permissible limits of drinking water quality standards and guidelines. The samples S1, S4, S10, S12 and S15 have electrical conductivity above the limit.Keywords
Drinking Water Standards, Drinking Water Quality, Bangalore City.- Natural Farming in Harmony with the Sustainable Ecosystem
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1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
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Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, Vol 8, No 4 (2009), Pagination: 785-788Abstract
The concept of sustainable agriculture serves a broad range of needs at the local level and is highly important for the quality of life. Agriculture systems purposefully disrupt natural systems, in an ecological sense, through patterns of human intervention. The increased consumption pattern of chemical fertilizers and chemical pesticides has led to changes in physicochemical and biological properties of soil. The chemical farming system has led to considerable loss of soil organic matter showing 0.66% when compared to natural farm soil, which shows 2.7% of organic matter. 86 mg/kg of heavy metals like chromium was detected in chemical farming, which is detrimental to the growth and development of plants.Keywords
Sustainable Agriculture, Natural Farming, Chemical Farming, Pesticide, Fertilizers, Soil Organic Matter.- Assessment of Water Quality in Madiwala Lake, Bangalore in Relation to Faecal Contamination
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1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560 056, Karnataka, IN
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Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, Vol 8, No 3 (2009), Pagination: 497-501Abstract
Tanks in and around urban areas of Bangalore receive considerable amount of sewage, which has caused a severe and persistent microbial pollution. The main objective of this study was to measure level of faecal contamination in Madiwala lake using different techniques of E. coli estimation. Results show that the golden green colonies of coliforms with metallic sheen showed a luxuriant growth at 35°C with M-Endo Agar (M1106) at incubation time of 24-48 hrs. The growth of both E. coli and Enterobacter aerogens using M-Endo Agar plate was also luxuriant at 35°C temperature. But E. aerogens colonies were pink and mucoid while that of E. coli varied from pink to rose-red with metallic sheen. The confirmatory test using Agar M-392 confirmed the presence of Enterococcus fecalis in yellow colour colonies at luxuriant growth of 35°C temperature. The presumptive test results of different volumes of the lake samples after 24 and 48 hours using lauryl tryptose broth indicated significant colour change, gas production, and turbidity. Confirmed results showed gas production in brilliant green using lactose bile broth at 37°C in 48 hrs. The completed result with EMB agar inoculated with positively confirmed test tube incubated at for 24 hrs at 35°C showed greenish metallic sheen colonies while the coliform colonies inoculated on Nutrient Agar slant and a broth tube incubated for 48 hrs at 35°C showed growth as observed on slant with gas production in the broth tube. Moreover, Gram staining results showed Gram negative with sporing rods in the tested samples. The MPN Index of the lake sample was found to be 38/100mL. Water is generally considered safe for drinking if it contains fewer than 4 coliforms/100 mL. It is also considered safe if it contains less than 2 Enterococcus bacteria colonies/100mL of a sample. These observations indicate that environmental status of Madiwala lake with respect to microbial pollution is continuing to deteriorate.Keywords
Madiwala Lake, Water Quality, Faecal Contamination, E. coli, Enterococcus fecalis, Enterobacter aerogens.- Environmental Degradation of Mallathalli Lake in Bangalore District, India - A Case Study
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1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560056, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Geography and Geoinformatics, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560056, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Environmental Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560056, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Geography and Geoinformatics, Bangalore University, Bangalore-560056, Karnataka, IN