Physico-chemical Investigation of Neera River Water Near Sarola Bridge Shirval, District Pune (Maharashtra), India

Abstract

Water pollution occurs when harmful substances in the form of chemicals or microorganisms contaminate a stream, rivers or other water body; degrading water quality and rendering it toxic to the environment. Water is uniquely vulnerable to pollution. Water is a universal solvent; hence water is able to dissolve more substances than any other liquid on earth. Also, it is one of the reasons, as why water is so easily polluted. Various toxic substances from agricultural area, sewage water and industries get readily dissolve in to it causing water pollution. Here, Neera river water is analyzed for its physic-chemical parameters in the year 2018-2019. Observed results show that some of the parameters like pH and nitrates are having higher concentration. It may be due to contamination of water body by various polluting agents.

Assesing the knowledge, perception, and attitude of wildlife management students toward biodiversity conservation in Nigeria

“…Student support for conservation has been identified as a vital and key factor in biodiversity conservation, sustainable resource use, and habitat preservation to prevent entire ecosystems from being harmed (Jadhav et al, 2014). However, without appropriate or adequate knowledge, it is almost impossible to garner the needed support.…”

“…While in Benue State, North Central Nigeria, Yager et al (2022) noted that most students were knowledgeable about wildlife conservation and ecotourism management and were willing to participate in conservation and education programs. Universities are the highest level of learning in the education system and could provide environmental education through their curriculum design, research, and collaborative efforts with nongovernmental organizations and other institutions working in the areas of conservation (Jadhav et al, 2014). Generally, only a few studies have attempted to appraise the knowledge, attitude, and perception of students about biodiversity conservation in Nigeria.…”

“…The importance of conservation knowledge has been highlighted by research about the interrelationships among knowledge, perception, and attitude, which emphases the fact that individuals require relevant knowledge to have a positive environmental attitude and consequentially to moderate their behavior (Bradley et al, 1999; Zimmerman, 1996). Thus, student support is vital in biodiversity conservation, sustainable resource use, and habitat preservation (Jadhav et al, 2014). A greater focus on student knowledge about wildlife, perception, and attitude to biodiversity conservation is key in highlighting the importance and the need for a push for conservation outreach and increased awareness.…”

Climate change and ecological sustainability in Zimbabwe: Interrogating the role of Higher Education Institutions in disaster management

“…Additionally, as social institutions, universities educate future policymakers and shape society, contributing to knowledge creation and promoting ideas for societal progress (Roos et al., 2020). Universities are seen as key contributors to addressing environmental problems through curricular design, research and collaboration with non‐governmental organizations (NGOs) working in environmental conservation (Jadhav et al., 2014), providing trained manpower and expertise needed to tackle critical environmental challenges.…”