Optimisation of using a blend of plant based natural and synthetic coagulants for water treatment: (Moringa Oleifera-Cactus Opuntia-alum blend)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.sajce.2020.07.005
Abstract: Abstract The research presents a comparative study on the effectiveness of blending plant based natural coagulants (Cactus Opuntia and Moringa Oleifera extracts) and a synthetic coagulant (aluminium sulphate or alum) in treatment of raw water.… read more here.
Keywords: moringa oleifera; alum; water; cactus opuntia ... See more keywords
Acid Hydrolysis of Pectin and Mucilage from Cactus (Opuntia ficus) for Identification and Quantification of Monosaccharides
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DOI: 10.3390/molecules27185830
Abstract: Pectin and mucilage are polysaccharides from the cactus Opuntia ficus-indica, which are also known as hydrocolloids, with useful properties in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and construction, among others. In the present work, cactus hydrocolloids… read more here.
Keywords: pectin mucilage; identification quantification; cactus opuntia; opuntia ficus ... See more keywords