scholarly journals Effect of storage of shelled Moringa oleifera seeds from reaping time on turbidity removal

2011 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 597-602 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Golestanbagh ◽  
I. S. Ahamad ◽  
A. Idris ◽  
R. Yunus
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Chloride ◽  
Salt Solution ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Moringa Oleifera ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Turbidity Removal ◽  
Indigenous Plant ◽  
And Storage

Moringa oleifera is an indigenous plant to Malaysia whose seeds are used for water purification. Many studies on Moringa oleifera have shown that it is highly effective as a natural coagulant for turbidity removal. In this study, two different methods for extraction of Moringa's active ingredient were investigated. Results of sodium chloride (NaCl) and distilled water extraction of Moringa oleifera seeds showed that salt solution extraction was more efficient than distilled water in extracting Moringa's active coagulant ingredient. The optimum dosage of shelled Moringa oleifera seeds extracted by the NaCl solution was comparable with that of the conventional chemical coagulant alum. Moreover, the turbidity removal efficiency was investigated for shelled Moringa oleifera seeds before drying in the oven under different storage conditions (i.e. open and closed containers at room temperature, 27 °C) and durations (fresh, and storage for 2, 4, 6 and 8 weeks from the time the seeds were picked from the trees). Our results indicate that there are no significant differences in coagulation efficiencies and, accordingly, turbidity removals between the examined storage conditions and periods.

Specificity of sodium chloride aversion of hypertensive rats

1959 ◽  
Vol 196 (6) ◽  
pp. 1326-1332 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melvin J. Fregly
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Chloride ◽  
Salt Solution ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Salt Solutions ◽  
Hypertensive Rats ◽  
Threshold Levels ◽  
Preference Threshold

Rats made hypertensive by encapsulation of both kidneys with latex envelopes manifest a relative NaCl aversion if given choice between water and .15 m NaCl solution to drink. The specificity of this aversion was tested by offering hypertensive rats choice between salt solutions, other than NaCl, and water. It was observed that hypertensive rats manifested aversions for KCl, Na2SO4, LiCl and Na saccharin which were similar in character to the NaCl aversion. As soon as hypertensive rats were able to differentiate between any of these salt solutions and distilled water offered simultaneously, they rejected the salt solutions in favor of water. These animals never ingested more of any salt solution used than water. With the exception of the Na saccharin solutions, normal rats ingested more salt solution than water and rejected salt solution only at concentrations 3–10 times above preference threshold levels. Hence, it would appear that the NaCl aversion manifested by hypertensive rats is not specific, but part of a general salt aversion.

scholarly journals The Influence of Salt Solution on Morphological Changes in a Geosynthetic Clay Liner

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mochamad Arief Budihardjo
Keyword(s):  
Salt Solution ◽  
Morphological Changes ◽  
Microscopic Analysis ◽  
Optical Microscope ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Geosynthetic Clay Liner ◽  
Clay Liner ◽  
Morphological Variations ◽  
Crystal Deposit

Morphological variations of geosynthetic clay liner (GCL) samples, hydrated with two different permeates, distilled water and NaCl solution (100 mM concentration), were observed in detail using microscopic analysis. After the GCL samples were hydrated with the NaCl solution, they were observed with an optical microscope. While the surface of the treated GCL samples was similar to the surface of the untreated GCL, a crystal deposit was found on the surface of the treated samples. Using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), a more solid appearance was observed for the bentonite particles contained in the GCL after the sample was hydrated with distilled water in comparison to the GCL sample that was hydrated with the NaCl solution. It appears that salt solution hydration results in less swelling of the bentonite particles. Furthermore, the energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometer (EDS) results showed that distilled water hydration had no effect on the distribution of the elements contained in the GCL samples. However, bound chlorine was observed, which demonstrated that the bentonite particles had absorbed the NaCl solution. In addition, changes in the hydraulic conductivity of the hydrated GCL samples were also observed.

scholarly journals Effects of Storage Conditions on Postharvest Qualities in Garlic Bulbs (Allium sativum L.)

HortScience ◽  
2004 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 805C-805
Author(s):  
Sun-Tay Choi ◽  
Ro-Na Bae* ◽  
Dae-Sung Chung ◽  
Seung-Koo Lee
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Low Temperature ◽  
Pyruvic Acid ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Allium Sativum ◽  
Storage Period ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Controlled Atmosphere ◽  
Atmosphere Storage ◽  
And Storage

To investigate quality changes of garlic associated with cultivars and storage conditions, northern type `Seosan' and sub-tropical type `Daeseo' garlics were stored at controlled atmosphere (O2 3%, CO2 5%, -1 ± 1°C) condition, low temperature (-1 ± 1°C), and room temperature (20 ± 5°C). The rate of sprouting, weight loss, enzymatic pyruvic acid content, and degree of greening in crushed garlic were determined during storage. The rate of sprouting was higher in `Daeseo' than in `Seosan' garlic in all storage conditions. Sprouting was effectively suppressed in low temperature and controlled atmosphere storage. Weight loss in `Daeseo' garlic was higher than in `Seosan' garlic. Enzymatic pyruvic acid (EP) contents increased for 3 months storage period, and then decreased gradually as the storage period was prolonged at room or low temperatures. However, EP content decreased dramatically during storage under CA condition in both cultivars. When garlic bulbs were crushed, greening appeared in the garlic stored at low temperature for more than one month. However, greening did not occur in the crushed garlic bulbs stored in CA condition.

Effects of Flavorings, Storage Conditions, and Storage Time on Survival of Staphylococcus aureus in Sürk Cheese

2005 ◽  
Vol 68 (7) ◽  
pp. 1487-1491 ◽  
Author(s):  
TUĞRUL M. MASATCIOĞLU ◽  
YAHYA K. AVŞAR
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Storage Time ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Black Pepper ◽  
Ash Content ◽  
Mold Growth ◽  
Storage Duration ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Over Time

The objectives of this study were to determine the cumulative effects of flavorings (chili pepper, thyme, mint, cumin, nutmeg, allspice, clove, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and hot red pepper paste), storage conditions, and storage time on the survival of Staphylococcus aureus in Sürk cheese and to monitor the associated chemical changes. Sürk cheese, a traditional Turkish cheese, was produced by heating diluted nonfat yogurt and adding flavorings to the resultant acid-heat curd. The cheese was later inoculated with S. aureus, shaped conically, and stored aerobically for mold growth and anaerobically in olive oil for 30 days at room temperature. The moisture content of aerobically stored cheese decreased over time and led to increases in total solids, salt, salt-in-moisture, and ash content during ripening (P < 0.05). The presence or absence of the flavorings had no significant effect, whereas storage conditions and storage duration decreased the survival of S. aureus (P < 0.05).

Regulation of sodium chloride intake by rats

1965 ◽  
Vol 209 (2) ◽  
pp. 287-292 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. J. Fregly ◽  
J. M. Harper ◽  
E. P. Radford
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Chloride ◽  
Water Intake ◽  
Intraperitoneal Injection ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Pharyngeal Region ◽  
Sodium Chloride Intake

Regulation of NaCl intake was studied in rats by allowing them choice between distilled water and a NaCl solution to drink during experiments in which food was loaded with NaCl to levels of 6% by weight. The level of dietary NaCl failed to influence spontaneous intake of NaCl solutions but increased water intake in proportion to the concentration of NaCl in food. Increases in the concentration of NaCl solution offered to rats whose food was salt loaded resulted in proportional decreases in volume intake of NaCl solution such that total amount of sodium ingested by way of NaCl solution was maintained at 1.3–1.5 mEq/100 g body wt per day. The results suggest, but do not prove, that NaCl intake is "regulated" by way of NaCl in solution rather than by way of NaCl in food. The mechanism regulating NaCl intake is separate from that regulating water intake and appears to be located somewhere within either the mouth or pharyngeal region or both. Bypass of these regions by intraperitoneal injection of saline failed to alter the pattern of spontaneous NaCl intake of rats.

scholarly journals Directions of Colour Changes of Nectar Honeys Depending on Honey Type and Storage Conditions

2015 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allna Piotraszewska-Pająk ◽  
Anna Gliszczyńska-Świgło
Keyword(s):  
Room Temperature ◽  
Quality Criteria ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Room Temperature Storage ◽  
Long Term Storage ◽  
Colour Parameters ◽  
Colour Changes ◽  
Important Quality ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Temperature Storage

AbstractThe colour of honey is one of the most important quality criteria for consumers. The colour depends mainly on the content of plant pigments but the honey consistency, shape, and size of the crystals may also influence the honey colour parameters. It is related to the crystallisation and decrystallisation processes of honey during storage. In the present study, directions of colour changes of honey during storage were evaluated using a tristimulus colorimeter and the CIE 1976 L*a*b* and CIE L*C*hosystems. The effect of time (3 and 9 months) and storage conditions (cold storage, room temperature storage with access to light, and room temperature storage without access to light) on the colour of nectar honeys was investigated. The results obtained showed that both the type of honey and the storage conditions influenced the honey colour parameters. Significant differences in direction and intensity of the colour changes of honey during storage were observed. These differences make it difficult to indicate which storage conditions are optimal to preserve the colour of the honey. It was found that acacia and heather honeys were the most susceptible to colour changes during long-term storage in all of the study’s applied conditions, whereas rape and buckwheat honeys were the most stable in colour parameters.

scholarly journals Effect of Storage Conditions on Quality and Shelf Life of Pumpkin Cookies

2020 ◽  
pp. 70-79
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Analysis ◽  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Storage Stability ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Packaging Material ◽  
Spread Ratio ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Quality And Shelf Life

The chemical, physical evaluation and storage stability of cookies was carried out. studies on quality was based on physico-chemical analysis that is weight, diameter, thickness ,spread ratio, moisture, fat, protein, ash, crude fiber, carbohydrate content as well as sensory characteristics which was determined for fresh and stored sample. The characteristics of cookies were influenced by packaging material, environmental conditions and constituents present in flour. Cookies was packed in LDPE bags and stored at room temperature. This study was conducted at the interval of 15 days up to 45days.

scholarly journals Effects of Various Handling and Storage Conditions on Stability of Treponema pallidum DNA in Cerebrospinal Fluid

1998 ◽  
Vol 36 (7) ◽  
pp. 2117-2119 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. V. Villanueva ◽  
R. P. Podzorski ◽  
M. P. Reyes
Keyword(s):  
Central Nervous System ◽  
Cerebrospinal Fluid ◽  
Nervous System ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Treponema Pallidum ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Freeze Thaw ◽  
Target Dna ◽  
The Central Nervous System ◽  
And Storage

Treponema pallidum DNA from even small numbers of organisms was detectable in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) stored at room temperature or at 4°C for several hours and in CSF subjected to three freeze-thaw cycles. These results suggest that negative PCR results forT. pallidum from patients diagnosed with T. pallidum invasion of the central nervous system are probably not due to the loss of target DNA prior to testing.

Testing achene germinationof Potamogeton praelongus Wulfen

2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 78-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Romana Prausová ◽  
Jana Janová ◽  
Lenka Šafářová
Keyword(s):  
Room Temperature ◽  
Germination Rate ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Natural Process ◽  
Anaerobic Conditions ◽  
Mechanical Disruption ◽  
Breaking Dormancy ◽  
Petri Dishes ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Uva Radiation

AbstractThe goal of this work was to determine the best method of breaking the achene dormancy in Potamogeton praelongus Wulfen. The ways of breaking achene dormancy studied in this experiment included methods of achene storage, stratification, UVA radiation, anaerobic conditions, mechanical disruption of achenes?outer layers and their chemical disruption by NaClO. Nine different treatments of achenes were combined with two methods of achene storage. Particular achene treatments and storage conditions were proven to have a significant impact on breaking dormancy. Although the highest germination rate (83.3%) was achieved when the dormancy was broken chemically by long effect of 100% concentrations of Savo detergent (containing 5% NaClO), the growth of the sprouts was subsequently inhibited due to toxic effects of Savo. Thus the most successful treatment was based on changing temperature, e.g. 2.5 months of cold storage followed by 14 days at room temperature (germination rate 32.7%). This treatment was also most similar to the natural process. Germinated achenes were also found in Petri dishes exposed to UVA radiation, anaerobic conditions and chemical disruption of the outer layers. Results of these treatments were influenced by the storage method.

scholarly journals Systematic Analysis of Impact of Sampling Regions and Storage Methods on Fecal Gut Microbiome and Metabolome Profiles

mSphere ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yali Liang ◽  
Tianyu Dong ◽  
Minjian Chen ◽  
Lianping He ◽  
Tingzhang Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gut Microbiome ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Minimal Effect ◽  
Sample Storage ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Room Temperature Storage ◽  
Stool Samples ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Temperature Storage

ABSTRACT The contribution of human gastrointestinal (GI) microbiota and metabolites to host health has recently become much clearer. However, many confounding factors can influence the accuracy of gut microbiome and metabolome studies, resulting in inconsistencies in published results. In this study, we systematically investigated the effects of fecal sampling regions and storage and retrieval conditions on gut microbiome and metabolite profiles from three healthy children. Our analysis indicated that compared to homogenized and snap-frozen samples (standard control [SC]), different sampling regions did not affect microbial community alpha diversity, while a total of 22 of 176 identified metabolites varied significantly across different sampling regions. In contrast, storage conditions significantly influenced the microbiome and metabolome. Short-term room temperature storage had a minimal effect on the microbiome and metabolome profiles. Sample storage in RNALater showed a significant level of variation in both microbiome and metabolome profiles, independent of the storage or retrieval conditions. The effect of RNALater on the metabolome was stronger than the effect on the microbiome, and individual variability between study participants outweighed the effect of RNALater on the microbiome. We conclude that homogenizing stool samples was critical for metabolomic analysis but not necessary for microbiome analysis. Short-term room temperature storage had a minimal effect on the microbiome and metabolome profiles and is recommended for short-term fecal sample storage. In addition, our study indicates that the use of RNALater as a storage medium of stool samples for microbial and metabolomic analyses is not recommended. IMPORTANCE The gastrointestinal microbiome and metabolome can provide a new angle to understand the development of health and disease. Stool samples are most frequently used for large-scale cohort studies. Standardized procedures for stool sample handling and storage can be a determining factor for performing microbiome or metabolome studies. In this study, we focused on the effects of stool sampling regions and stool sample storage conditions on variations in the gut microbiome composition and metabolome profile.

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