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    ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

    Lab Manual

    Submitted TO

    Prof. Dr. Imran Hashmi

    Submitted BY

    Abid Hameed

    IESE NUST

    Islamabad

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    Some importantlab. safety rules

    DO:

    .. Assume any unfamiliar substance is hazardous.

    Assume that any mixture is as hazardous as its most hazardous component.

    Keep only currently needed chemicals in the lab, and restricts lab work to the lab.

    Wear assigned protective clothing and equipment.

    Wear sturdy shoes that fully cover the feet.

    Know where to go and what to do in an emergency.

    Know how to use emergency eyewash, safety shower, and fire extinguisher.

    Clean up spills and broken glass immediately.

    Keep hazardous substances in unbreakable containers.

    If breakable containers must be used, keep them in chemical resistant trays.

    Carry chemicals in trays or racks, not your hands.

    Keep chemicals out of drains, sewers, and general refuse.

    Keep hazardous substances in a separate, identified area, ventilated and

    away from heat and sun.

    Dispose of hazardous substances properly and safely, following small quantity

    generator rules if applicable.

    Keep food, food containers, or drinking glasses out of areas or refrigerators that

    contain chemicals.

    Keep storage areas and labs neat and clean.

    Wash thoroughly when leaving the lab and before eating, drinking, smoking,

    chewing gum, or applying makeup.

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    Post signs to warn others of hazards in the lab.

    DON'T:

    Work alone in the lab.

    Eat, drink, smoke, chew gum, or apply makeup in the lab.

    Drink from lab glasses.

    Sniff or taste chemicals.

    Suction with the mouth.

    Wear contact lenses.

    Wear contaminated clothing outside the lab.

    Use damaged glassware.

    Store chemicals on hoods, bench tops, or floors.

    Leave operating equipment unattended.

    Signature: _________________

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    Experiment No 1

    Title:

    Determination of alkalinity ?

    Introduction:

    Capacity of water to neutralize acid is called alkalinity. There are three types of

    alkalinity which can be classified due to the presence of hydroxyl, carbonate and

    bicarbonate ions.

    i. OH- or caustic alkalinity (due to the presence of OH- ions)

    ii. CO3-2

    or phenolphthalein alkalinity (due to the presence of CO3-2

    ions)

    iii. Total alkalinity (due to the presence of HCO3-ions)

    Principle of alkalinity is acid base titration in which standard (H2SO4 of 0.02N) acid is

    used for titration. Phenolphthalein and methyl orange are used as indicator in this

    regard.

    Alkalinity of water may be due to the presence of carbonates, hydrogen carbonates,

    silicates, borates, phosphates and hydroxyl ions in Free State. The primary source of

    alkalinity in drinking water is due to carbonate containing rocks which come from lands

    and mountains due to the erosion and weathering processes of rocks. Runoff of water

    from agricultural land where lime is also applied contains carbonate which can cause

    alkalinity in water. Phosphates and silicates are rarely found in natural supplies in

    concentrations significant in the home.

    Moderate concentration of alkalinity in water is also desirable so that corrosion of water

    pipelines can be prevented and water can be prevented from contamination of copper

    and lead because low alkalinity causes corrosion of pipelines. While high alkalinity

    produces soda like taste in water. Water with low alkalinity is also not fit for bathing

    purpose because it can remove too much oil from skin and causes dryness.

    Alkalinity can be removed by reverse osmosis, distillation and softening.

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    = 1.2 X .02 X 5000050

    = 24mg / L as CaCo3

    Methyl Orange Alkalinity = Volume of Acid used X Normality X 50000Ml of sample= 12.72 X .02 X 50000

    50= 250 mg / L as CaCo3

    Total Alkalinity = Methyl Orange Alkalinity + Phenolphthalein Alkalinity= 250 + 24 = 274 mg / L as CaCo3

    [Co3 2-] = 2P= 2 X 24 = 48

    [Hco3-] = T2P= 2742(24)= 226

    Discussion:

    The desirable limit of alkalinity is 200 mg/l whereas permissible limit is 600 mg/l beyond

    this limit taste become unpleasant but our sample value is well in range. So our

    sample is suitable for use.

    References:

    http://science.kennesaw.edu/~jdirnber/limno/alkalinity_introduction.pdf

    http://freedrinkingwater.com/water-education2/74-alkalinity-water.htm

    http://www.ehow.com/facts_5001958_effects-of-alkalinity.html

    http://www.ehow.com/facts_5001958_effects-of-alkalinity.htmlhttp://www.ehow.com/facts_5001958_effects-of-alkalinity.htmlhttp://www.ehow.com/facts_5001958_effects-of-alkalinity.html
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    Experiment No 2

    Title:

    Determination of hardness in tap water.

    Objectives:

    To find out hardness in tap water.

    Introduction:

    Water having divalent (Ca+2

    , Mg+2

    , Fe+2

    , Mn+2

    etc.) and trivalent (Al+3

    etc.) cations is

    called hard water. Major hardness is due to the presence of Ca+2

    and Mg+2

    ions. Rain

    water is soft naturally but when falls on ground picks up natural hardness minerals like

    calcium and magnesium and converts into hard water.

    Principle:

    Hardness of water is determined by using titrimitric method in which sample is titrated

    against chelating agent Ethylene Diamine Tetra Acetic Acid (EDTA) while Eriochrome

    Black Tea (EBT) is used as an indicator. Ca+2and Mg+2ions are chelated by EDTA and

    complex componds are formed.

    Impacts of Hardness (Draw backs):

    Hard water causes scaling (CaCO3& Mg(OH)2) in hot water systems, kettles, electric

    irons and domestic appliances. Scaling of heating elements shortens their life and

    makes appliances less efficient because high fuel/electricity is required to heat them.

    Scaling also results the blockage of pipes which may cause huge security hazards.

    Ca+2+ 2HCO3- CaCO3+ H2O +CO2

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    (scales)

    Hard water produces less lather from soap, washing up liquid and washing powders. It

    also leaves spots on basins, sinks, baths and toilets.

    2C17H35COONa + Ca+2 (C17H35COO)2Ca + 2Na

    +

    (water soluble) (insoluble ppt)

    Health Impacts:

    Hard watre is not hazardous for health. Actually, hard water contributes a small amount

    of Ca and Mg human dietry needs. In this regard, well known brands of bottled water

    supplier maintain hardness of water upto some extant and this characteristic is also

    important for the bright appearance of water as well.

    Hardness Scale:

    A scale is also developed known as hardness scale which is given below:

    Hardness Description Hardness mg/l

    CaCO3

    Soft 0-50

    Moderately Soft 50-100

    Slightly Hard 100-150

    Moderately Hard 150-200

    Hard >200

    Very Hard >300

    Reagents

    Standard EDTA solution (0.01M)

    Buffer Solution

    Eriochrome Black T Indicator

    Water Samples

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    Procedure

    Fill burette with 0.01M STD EDTA.

    Add 2ml buffer solutions. Add 2 Drops of Eri-chrome Black T. Red wine color appears if Ca & Mg ions are

    present.

    Titrate against STD EDTA.

    Titrate until blue color appears.

    Take 50 ml distilled as blank and proceed as above.

    Observations & Calculations

    Volume of EDTA used for Tap water Sample

    Sr.No Initial reading

    ml

    Final reading

    ml

    Volume Used

    ml

    Mean Volume

    ml

    1 0 17.5 17.516.32 17.5 33.2 15.7

    3 0 16.2 16.2

    Mean volume of EDTA used for Tap water sample is 16.3 ml.

    Volume of EDTA used for Distilled water Sample

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    Pakistan provides maximum limit of 500mg/l as CaCO3for drinking water. So, water is

    not hazardous for human health.

    Our results show that water is hard.

    Reference:

    http://dwi.defra.gov.uk/consumers/advice-leaflets/hardness.pdf

    http://www.environment.gov.pk/act-rules/DWQStd-MAY2007.pdf

    http://www.water-research.net/hardness.htm

    National Standards for Drinking Water Quality (NSDWQ), June, 2008, Government of

    Pakistan, Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency.

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    Experiment No 3

    Title:

    Determination of Total Chlorine in Water Sample.

    Objectives:

    Core objective of the analysis is to find out the concentration of total chlorine in water

    sample and recommend some mitigation measures to reduce excessive amount of free

    chlorine in sample. Importance of free chlorine for disinfection of water will also be

    explored.

    Introduction:

    Chlorine is one of the most widely used disinfectants for water. It is very effective for the

    deactivation of pathogenic organisms and makes water fit for human consumption. This

    process is also known as chlorination. It is also used for disinfection of pathogens in

    swimming pools.

    Chlorine forms hypochloric acid on dissolution in water which further dissociates into

    HCl and nascent oxygen. Nascent oxygen is a strong oxidizing agent as well as a

    disinfectant.

    Cl2+ H2O HOCl + HCl

    HOCl HCl + [O]

    Mainly chlorine gas and hypochlorites (NaOCl and Ca(OCl)2) are used for chlorination in

    water.

    NaOCl + H2O OCl-+ Na+

    Ca(OCl)2+ H2O 2OCl-+ Ca+2

    Different forms of chlorine in water:Free Chlorine

    Free chlorine may be available in water in three forms at different pH (Cl 2at pH < 5,

    HOCl and OCl- at pH 5-8, OCl- at pH > 10). Best pH range for disinfection is 5-6.

    Combined Chlorine

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    Chlorine combines with organic compounds and forms chlorinated organic compounds

    like in the case of alkyl, amine etc. Chloramines are produced when NH3 and

    corresponding chloramines react with HOCl.

    NH3 + HOCl H2O + NH2Cl (Monochloramine)

    NH2Cl+ HOCl H2O + NHCl2 (Dichloramine)

    NHCl2 + HOCl H2O + NCl3 (Trichloramine)

    Principle:

    Total chlorine is determined by using titrimetric method where sample is titrated against

    Sodium Thiosulphate (Na2S2O3) of 0.01 Normality. Starch solution is used as an

    indicator.

    Advantages:

    Highly effective against most pathogens.

    Provides a residual to protect against recontamination and to reduce bio-film

    growth in the distribution system.

    Easily applied, controlled, and monitored.

    Strong oxidant meeting most pre-oxidation objectives.

    Operationally the most reliable.

    The most cost-effective disinfectant.

    Limitations:

    Byproduct formation (THMs, HAAs) which are toxic for aquatic life.

    Will oxidize bromide to bromine, forming brominated organic byproducts.

    Not effective against Cryptosporidium.

    Requires transport and storage of chemicals.

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    Reagents

    Acetic acid, conc. (glacial).

    Potassium iodide, KI, crystals.

    Standard Sodium Thiosulfate Solution: 0.01N

    Potassium dichromate solution: 0.01N

    Starch solution

    Standard Iodine Solution

    Procedure

    1. Take 5 ml of conc. Acetic acid in conical flask.

    2. Add one gram of Potassium iodide in a conical flask.

    3. Add 100 ml water sample in conical flask yellow or brown color will appear if cl2

    is present.

    4. Titrate against STD Na2SO3 (0.01M) Solution.

    5. Titrate until yellow color becomes light yellow.

    6. Add 1 ml of starch solution. The solution will become blue.7. Titrate until blue color disappears. Take total volume of Na2SO3.

    Observations & calculations

    Total chlorine = (A+B) N35450

    Vol of sample

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    Titration for sample

    Initial reading Final reading Difference

    0 1.1 1.1

    Titration for blank

    Initial reading Final reading Difference

    1.1 1.5 0.4

    Total chlorine= (1.1+0.4) 0.0135450

    100

    =5.31 mg/liter

    Discussion:

    Result from above calculation show that sample contain 5.31 mg/l total chlorine which is

    beyond limit as prescribed in National Standards for Drinking Water Quality, Pakistan.

    As mentioned in NSDWQ that concentration of chlorine at consumers end should be

    0.5-0.2 ppm while at source concentration of chlorine in drinking water should be 1.5-

    0.5 ppm. As mentioned earlier, concentration of chlorine in sample is beyond limit so it

    has to be lowered within prescribed limits so that no health hazard can occur. For this

    purpose aeration has to be done to lower the value of chlorine.

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    References:

    http://www.lenntech.com/processes/disinfection/chemical/disinfectants-chlorine.htm

    http://www.waterandhealth.org/drinkingwater/wp.html

    Chemistry for Environmental Engineers by Dr. Ishtiaq A. Qazi

    National Standards for Drinking Water Quality (June, 2008), Ministry of Environment,

    Pakistan.

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    Experiment:

    Determination of Total Dissolved and Suspended Solids in Water

    Objective

    To characterize the water sample with respect to total solids, total dissolved solids andsuspended solids in the given water samples

    Introduction

    The total dissolved solids are defined as solids that are filterable in nature and are completely

    dissolved in water. After evaporation of filterable sample the residue left is termed as Dissolved

    Solids.

    Suspended Solids are non-filterable in nature and are not dissolved in water. It is residue of

    non-filterable sample upon evaporation.

    Principle

    A properly mixed sample is filtered through a Glass Fiber Filter paper. Filtrate is dried in a

    weighted porcelain china dish to constant weight at 179-181 0C in the oven or on the burner.

    Weigh the china dish, increase in weight represents the Dissolved Solids.

    A properly mixed sample is weighted through a preweighted glass fiber and the residue

    retained on filter paper is dried at constant weight 103-105 0C. The increase in the weight of

    filter represents the weight of Suspended Solids.

    A properly mixed sample is added in pre weighted china dish. It is evaporated in water bathand dried in oven 103-105 0C for one hour. Weigh the china dish, increase in weight represents

    Total Solids

    Sample Handling and Preservation

    Sample preservation is necessary because biological activity will continue after collection of

    sample and changes may occur during handling and storage. These things may change the

    characteristics of amount of solids.

    To avoid the change certain measures are taken which are as follows

    Preserving the samples at 40C Do not freeze samples Analysis should be carried out as soon as possible

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    Precautions

    Water or waste water samples which contain high amount of chlorides, magnesiumor sulfate rapidly absorbs moisture from air. Therefore, samples are kept indesiccators to achieve reasonable constant weight

    Samples with high concentration of bicarbonates need additional drying at 180 0C toensure all bicarbonates to carbonates

    Prolong drying may lose constituents from samples particularly nitrates or chlorides

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    Observations and Calculations

    Tabulation for Total Dissolved Solids

    Weight of clean porcelain dish (g) W1 (ECTL04) = 56.5855mg/l

    Weight of Dish and the residue (g) W2 = 56.6162mg/l

    Weight of residue W2 W1 = W= 0.0307mg/l

    (W2-W1) * 1000 * 1000/ volume of sample = 614 mg/l

    Tabulation for Total Suspended Solids

    Weight of clean glass fiber disc (g) W1 = 0.0891mg/l

    Weight of filter paper and residue (g) W2 = 0.1069 mg/l

    Weight or residue (g) W2 W1 = 0.0178mg/l

    (W2-W1) * 1000 *1000 / volume of sample = 356mg/l

    Tabulation for Total Solids

    Weight of clean porcelain dish (g) W1 (ECTL05) = 55.2180mg/l

    Weight of dish and residue (g) W2 = 55.2582mg/l

    Weight of residue W2 W1 = W = 0.0402mg/l

    (W2-W1) * 1000 * 1000 / volume of sample = 804mg/l

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    Discussion

    The Total Dissolved Solids of the given sample (614mg/l) is under the permissible limit of the

    National Environmental Quality Standards (1000mg/l). There are no available quality

    standards for Total Suspended Solids and Total solids in National Environmental Quality

    Standards and World Health Organizations. Reliable data on possible health effects associated

    with the ingestion of TDS in drinking water are not available. The results of early

    epidemiological studies suggest that even low concentrations of TDS in drinking-water may

    have beneficial effects, although adverse effects have been reported in two limited

    investigations.

    Water containing TDS concentrations below 1000 mg/liter is usually acceptable to consumers,

    although acceptability may vary according to circumstances. However, the presence of high

    levels of TDS in water may be objectionable to consumers owing to the resulting taste and to

    excessive scaling in water pipes, heaters, boilers, and household appliances. Water with low

    concentration of TDS is also unacceptable for consumers because of its flat and insipid taste

    Environmental Significance

    Dissolved mineral , gases and organic constituents may produce displeasing taste,odor or color

    Dissolved organic chemicals may deplete the dissolved oxygen in receiving waterand may be inert to biological oxidation

    High concentration of dissolved solids may produce distress in livestock.

    Estimation of total dissolved solids is useful to determine the quality of drinkingwater

    Suspended organic solids which are degraded anaerobically may release obnoxiousodor

    Biological active suspended solids may include disease causing organisms as well asorganisms such as toxic producing strains of algae

    Suspended solids exclude light, thus reducing growth of oxygen producing plants

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    References

    Hydrology project; World Band and Government of Netherlands funded. 1999. How tomeasure dissolved suspended and total solids. Training module. New Delhi. India

    APHA Standard Methods of Examination for water and waste water- 20th Edition.Method 2540 C and 2540 D

    Tihansky DP. Economic damages from residential use of mineralized water supply.Water resources research, 1974, 10(2):145

    International Organization for Standardization. Water qualitydetermination ofelectrical conductivity. Geneva, 1985 (ISO 7888:1985).

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    Determination of Chemical Oxygen Demand

    Objective

    To determine the organic strength of synthetic waste water sample in terms of COD by

    Closed Reflux Method.

    Introduction

    COD test is widely used to measure the organic strength of domestic & industrial

    wastewater [1]. Chemical oxygen demand (COD) is defined as a measure of the oxygen

    equivalent of the organic matter content of a sample that is susceptible to oxidation by a

    strong chemical oxidant [2]. COD, which can indicate the level of pollution for water

    contaminated by reductive pollutants, is the main determinant used to assess organic

    pollution in aqueous systems and is one of the most important parameters in water

    monitoring.

    Observations and Calculations :

    Blank Volume of Sample (ml) Volume of FAS used (ml)

    2.5 1.4

    Synthetic Waste

    Water Sample

    2.5 0.9

    2.5 0.92

    2.5 0.9

    Mean Volume of FAS used to titrate waste water sample = 0.9 + 0.95 + 0.9 = 0.9

    3

    COD as mgL-1 O2 = [(A-B) x N x 8000] / Volume of sample (ml)

    Where

    A = Volume of FAS used to titrate the blank (ml)

    B= Volume of FAS used to titrate the sample (ml)

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    N= Normality of standardized FAS solution = 0.10 N

    COD as mgL-1 of O2 = (1.4 - 0.9) 0.10 8000 / 2.5

    COD as mgL-1 of O2 = 160 mg/L

    RESULT AND DISCUSSION

    According to the Revised National Environmental Quality Standards for Municipal and

    Liquid Industrial Effluents Water the COD standard for sewage treatment is 400 mg/L

    [3]. Synthetic waste water sample analyzed had a value of 160 mg/ L which is under the

    permissible limit of standard. As the result suggest that the COD of waste water sample

    is lower than the standard so it is not necessary to be treated. In case the COD value

    exceeds the permissible limit of 400 mg l1 then it is necessary to be treated before

    discharging it to any water body. The COD value determines the level of organic matter

    present which when exceeds the standard limit can cause damage to the aquatic life if

    discharged without treatment.

    Chemical oxygen demand (COD) is one of the most relevant chemical parameters for

    the management of wastewater treatment facilities including the control of the quality of

    an effluent. The adequacy of decisions based on COD values relies on the quality of the

    measurements. The effect of interfering substances on the determination of COD has

    the following aspect. Chloride ions present in waste water cause very high results in the

    COD test. As with the standard reflux method, interference occurred because of the

    oxidation of some reducible substances, mainly halides, during the digestion. The

    difficulties caused by the oxidation of halides can be overcome largely, though not

    completely, by complexing with mercury (II) sulfate before refluxing.

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    REFERENCES

    1- Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater. (1989),

    American Public Health Association, Washington, DC, 17th Edition, p. 510.

    2- Alexandra M.E. Viana da Silva, Ricardo J.N. Bettencourt da Silva, M. Filomena,

    G.F.C. Camoes. (2011), Optimization of the determination of chemical oxygen

    demand in wastewaters, Analytica Chimica Acta.

    3- Revised National Environmental Quality Standards for Municipal and Liquid

    Industrial Effluents Water. (1999) Pakistan Environmental Legislation And the

    NEQS, Government of Pakistan, p. 4-5.

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    BACTERIOLOGICAL EXAMINATION OF WATER BY MEMBRANE

    FILTRATION TECHNIQUE

    OBJECTIVE

    Determination of number of colonies of E.coli present in tap water sample by using Membrane

    Filtration Technique.

    INTRODUCTION

    Escherichia coli, also referred to asE. coli, is a type of fecal coliform bacteria that is found in the

    intestines of healthy warm-blooded animals and humans. Most E. coli strains are harmless and

    serve a useful function in the body by stopping the growth of harmful bacteria species and by

    making necessary vitamins. However, some strains can be opportunistic pathogens, while others

    can cause gastrointestinal illness in healthy humans when ingested. An opportunistic pathogen is

    an organism that normally lives inside a host without causing injury, but can cause infection in

    people with weakened immune systems. E. coli is present in the large intestine, so it will be

    present in fecal matter from humans and animals. If recent contamination of water sources with

    sewage or animal waste has occurred,E. coli will be present[1]

    .

    OBSERVATIONS AND CALCULATIONS

    Calculate the number of E.coli count (CFU) per 100ml of sample according to the following

    general rule.

    Total number of E.coli colonies found: 10

    E.coli/100ml = Number of E.coli colonies 100

    Volume of sample filtered (ml)

    = 10 100

    100

    = 10 E.coli/100 ml

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    DISCUSSION

    The discharge of municipal wastes is one of the most important water quality issues world-wide

    that results in contamination of drinking water. The sewage contains human feces and water

    contaminated with these effluents may contain pathogenic organisms which are hazardous tohuman health if used as drinking-water or in food preparation. Fecal contamination of water isroutinely detected by microbiological analysis. For this purpose membrane filter technique is

    used for the analysis of water samples. It gives a direct count of total coliforms and fecal

    coliforms present in a given sample of water. The organisms used most commonly as indicatororganisms for the detection of the recent contamination are E.coli and coliform group (bacteria

    having fecal origin) as whole, as they are easy to detect. By using membrane filtration technique,

    10 E.coli colonies per 100ml are found in the tap water sample.

    According to National Standards for Drinking Water Quality (NSDWQ) the number of coloniesshould be zero per 100ml of the water so that it could be fit and safe for drinking water

    [2].

    Similarly World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines give the same standard for drinking

    water [3]. It shows that the sample we have tested is not fit for the drinking purpose as it contains10 E.coli per 100ml of water which is far exceeding the standard value. The presence of E.coli in

    water sample is a strong indication of recent sewage or animal waste contamination. Some E.colioutbreaks are also caused by some lakes and private wells. These bacteria are capable of causing

    illness. The presence of total coliformbacteria may also indicate a breakdown in the treatmentprocess, or growth in the distribution system. So it is important to discover and remove the

    source of pollution for safe drinking water purpose. That is why tap water contains chlorine and

    has undergone ozone or ultraviolet treatment[4]

    .

    REFRENCES

    1. http://www.safewater.org/PDFS/resourcesknowthefacts/Detailed_Escherichia_Coli.

    pdf

    2. National Standards for Drinking Water Quality. (2008), Pakistan EnvironmentalProtection Agency (Ministry of Environment), Government of Pakistan.

    3. European standards for drinking water, second edition, World Health OrganizationGeneva, 1970.

    4. "What Is E. Coli? (Escherichia Coli)." Medical News Today. MediLexicon, Intl., 8 Jun.2011. Web.

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    X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectroscopy.

    Objective:

    Find out the elements present in the soil sample to check the feasibility of soil for plant growth.

    Principle:

    The sample is irradiated by an intense X-ray beam which knocks out inner shell electrons. Then

    outer shell electrons move towards inner shells to fill the vacant space due to which photons of

    specific characteristic are emitted known as fluorescent X-rays. Fluorescent X-ray is a

    characteristic of the element from which it is emitted.

    Observation:

    Elements Percentage

    Si 66.02

    K 3.69

    Ca 16.06

    Ti 1.34

    V 0.036

    Cr 0.0425

    Mn 0.2478

    Fe 12.3651

    Rb 0.0373

    Sr 0.0572

    Zr 0.0866

    Discussion:

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    There are 16 nutrient elements required to grow plants.

    Three essential nutrients carbon, hydrogen and oxygen are taken up from atmospheric carbon

    dioxide and water while other 13 nutrients are taken up from the soil and are usually grouped as:

    primary nutrients , secondary nutrients , micronutrients

    The primary nutrients N, P and potassium K are commonly found in soil. Primary nutrients are

    needed in larger amounts by crops, and therefore, are required at higher rates than secondary

    nutrients and micronutrients.

    The secondary nutrients Ca, Mg and S are required in smaller amounts than the primary

    nutrients..

    Micronutrients Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B and Mo are required in even smaller amounts than secondary

    nutrients.

    Elemental analysis of soil sample shows that this soil sample dont have phosphorus (P) and

    nitrogen (N) and only primary nutrient present is potassium (K) having 3.69% While, among

    secondary plant nutrients Ca (16%) is present but not in sufficient amount. This shows that this

    soil sample is deficient of primary and secondary plant nutrients. To grow plants or crops somefertilizers (having these nutrients) has to apply on this soil.

    References:

    Libranza, A. K. (2012). SOIL and LEAF Sampling and Analysis more.

    M. Ray Tucker, (October, 1999), Essential Plant Nutrients.

    Tandon, H. L. S. (2005).Methods of analysis of soils, plants, waters, fertilisers & organic

    manures. Fertiliser Development and Consultation Organisation.

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