Chemistry

Corrosion Behaviour of Buried Steel Pipelines in Coastal Soils

This study examines corrosion Behaviour of Buried Steel Pipelines in Coastal Soils. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 226 households in Oyo State. Findings reveal that soil salinity is the dominant factor in the corrosion of buried steel in coastal zones The study recommends adoption of low-cost treatment and quality control methods by small producers

2025 — Undergraduate

Effect of Fertilizer Application on Soil pH and Nutrient Levels in Maize Farms

This study assesses effect of Fertilizer Application on Soil pH and Nutrient Levels in Maize Farms. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 210 households in Oyo State. Findings reveal that continuous fertilizer use lowers soil pH while raising available nitrogen and phosphorus The study recommends adoption of low-cost treatment and quality control methods by small producers

2025 — Undergraduate

Extraction and Characterisation of Essential Oils from Lemongrass

This study assesses extraction and Characterisation of Essential Oils from Lemongrass. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 321 consumers in Lagos State. Findings reveal that lemongrass oil yield and citral content support its commercial potential The study recommends public enlightenment on safe handling and use of chemical products

2025 — Undergraduate

Investigation of Adulteration in Palm Oil Sold in Open Markets

This study assesses investigation of Adulteration in Palm Oil Sold in Open Markets. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 152 residents in Kano State. Findings reveal that a notable share of sampled palm oil is adulterated with dyes and low-grade oils The study recommends stricter enforcement of quality standards by regulatory agencies

2025 — Undergraduate

Assessment of Tannery Effluent Discharge on River Water Quality

This study investigates assessment of Tannery Effluent Discharge on River Water Quality. Using a survey research design, data were collected from 358 households in Oyo State. Findings reveal that tannery effluent significantly raises chromium levels downstream of discharge points The study recommends adoption of low-cost treatment and quality control methods by small producers

2025 — Undergraduate

Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoos from Local Plant Materials

This study assesses formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoos from Local Plant Materials. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 263 traders in the study area. Findings reveal that the formulated herbal shampoo shows good foaming and cleansing properties The study recommends further research into safer local alternatives and sustainable practices

2025 — Undergraduate

Determination of Vitamin C Content in Citrus Fruits Under Different Storage Conditions

This study investigates determination of Vitamin C Content in Citrus Fruits Under Different Storage Conditions. Using a survey research design, data were collected from 189 consumers in Lagos State. Findings reveal that vitamin C declines rapidly at room temperature but is preserved under refrigeration The study recommends public enlightenment on safe handling and use of chemical products

2025 — Undergraduate

Production of Activated Carbon from Coconut Shells for Dye Removal

This study examines production of Activated Carbon from Coconut Shells for Dye Removal. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 395 traders in the study area. Findings reveal that coconut-shell activated carbon effectively removes textile dyes from wastewater The study recommends further research into safer local alternatives and sustainable practices

2025 — Undergraduate

Quality Assessment of Locally Produced Emulsion Paints

This study investigates quality Assessment of Locally Produced Emulsion Paints. Using a survey research design, data were collected from 247 traders in the study area. Findings reveal that locally produced paints meet minimum standards for coverage but vary in durability The study recommends further research into safer local alternatives and sustainable practices

2025 — Undergraduate

Determination of Caffeine Content in Energy Drinks Sold in Nigeria

This study examines determination of Caffeine Content in Energy Drinks Sold in Nigeria. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 284 residents in Kano State. Findings reveal that caffeine content varies widely across brands, with some exceeding labelled values The study recommends stricter enforcement of quality standards by regulatory agencies

2025 — Undergraduate

Assessment of Air Quality Around Cement Factory Host Communities

This study assesses assessment of Air Quality Around Cement Factory Host Communities. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 379 traders in the study area. Findings reveal that dust particle concentration around host communities exceeds recommended exposure limits The study recommends further research into safer local alternatives and sustainable practices

2025 — Undergraduate

Determination of Pesticide Residues in Vegetables from Markets in Ibadan

This study investigates determination of Pesticide Residues in Vegetables from Markets in Ibadan. Using a survey research design, data were collected from 305 consumers in Lagos State. Findings reveal that detectable pesticide residues persist on commonly consumed leafy vegetables The study recommends public enlightenment on safe handling and use of chemical products

2025 — Undergraduate

Comparative Analysis of Sachet Water Quality in Lagos Metropolis

This study assesses comparative Analysis of Sachet Water Quality in Lagos Metropolis. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 157 consumers in Lagos State. Findings reveal that a significant proportion of sachet water samples fall short of microbiological standards The study recommends public enlightenment on safe handling and use of chemical products

2025 — Undergraduate

Determination of Water Hardness and Its Treatment in Selected Rural Communities

This study examines determination of Water Hardness and Its Treatment in Selected Rural Communities. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 173 consumers in Lagos State. Findings reveal that groundwater in the study area is moderately hard and responds well to simple softening The study recommends public enlightenment on safe handling and use of chemical products

2025 — Undergraduate

Synthesis and Characterisation of Azo Dyes for Textile Applications

This study investigates synthesis and Characterisation of Azo Dyes for Textile Applications. Using a survey research design, data were collected from 136 residents in Kano State. Findings reveal that the synthesised azo dyes show good colour fastness on cotton fabrics The study recommends stricter enforcement of quality standards by regulatory agencies

2025 — Undergraduate

Production of Biodiesel from Waste Cooking Oil Collected from Food Vendors

This study examines production of Biodiesel from Waste Cooking Oil Collected from Food Vendors. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 342 households in Oyo State. Findings reveal that waste cooking oil yields biodiesel that meets basic fuel quality requirements The study recommends adoption of low-cost treatment and quality control methods by small producers

2025 — Undergraduate

Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Borehole Water in Industrial Areas of Kano State

This study examines assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Borehole Water in Industrial Areas of Kano State. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 120 residents in Kano State. Findings reveal that lead and cadmium levels in several boreholes exceed safe limits for drinking water The study recommends stricter enforcement of quality standards by regulatory agencies

2025 — Undergraduate

Phytochemical Screening and Antioxidant Activity of Moringa oleifera Leaves

This study assesses phytochemical Screening and Antioxidant Activity of Moringa oleifera Leaves. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 268 residents in Kano State. Findings reveal that moringa leaves are rich in flavonoids and exhibit strong antioxidant activity The study recommends stricter enforcement of quality standards by regulatory agencies

2025 — Undergraduate

Production of Laundry Soap from Palm Kernel Oil Using Locally Sourced Alkali

This study investigates production of Laundry Soap from Palm Kernel Oil Using Locally Sourced Alkali. Using a survey research design, data were collected from 194 households in Oyo State. Findings reveal that soap produced from palm kernel oil compares favourably with commercial brands in cleansing power The study recommends adoption of low-cost treatment and quality control methods by small producers

2025 — Undergraduate

Effect of Neem Leaf Extracts as Corrosion Inhibitors on Mild Steel in Acidic Media

This study examines effect of Neem Leaf Extracts as Corrosion Inhibitors on Mild Steel in Acidic Media. The research adopted a survey design, collecting data from 231 traders in the study area. Findings reveal that neem extracts substantially reduce the corrosion rate of mild steel in acidic environments The study recommends further research into safer local alternatives and sustainable practices

2025 — Undergraduate