Unraveling the Role of Sulfur Compounds in Acid Rain Formation: Experiments on a Wetted Glass pH Electrode

Lopes, Fernando Silva; Coelho, Lúcia Helena Gomes; Gutz, Ivano Gebhardt Rolf

doi:10.1021/ed800046j

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“…These pollutants contribute to poor air quality, leading to respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and other adverse health effects for nearby populations (Manisalidis et al, 2020). Additionally, the emissions of sulphur compounds contribute to acid rain formation (Lopes et al, 2010), further deteriorating the local environment.…”

Section: Environmental Hazards Associated With Artisanal Re Nery Acti...mentioning

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Assessment of Respiratory and Reproductive Impacts of Artisanal Refinery Activity on Male Albino Wistar Rats: Implications for Environmental Health

Suku,

Ugwoha,

Orikpete

et al. 2023

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Background Artisanal refinery operations can produce a significant volume of air pollutants, among which are carbon soot particulate matter. Although these operations are widespread, especially in developing countries, the impact of exposure to carbon soot particulate matter on both respiratory and reproductive health remains poorly understood. Objective In this study, we aimed to examine the effects of controlled exposure to carbon soot particulate matter on the respiratory and reproductive systems of male albino Wistar rats. To simulate the exposure conditions found in artisanal refineries, we developed an experimental setup where rats were exposed to different concentrations of carbon soot particulate matter for 28 days. Results Respiratory health was evaluated by examining the cytoarchitecture of the lungs and quantifying inflammatory markers, including Tumour-Necrosis-Factor alpha (TNF-α), as well as oxidative stress parameters such as Malondialdehyde (MDA) and Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) in the lungs. Haematological parameters were also assessed. The reproductive impact was investigated through a thorough analysis of the cytoarchitecture of the testis. Conclusions Our study provides valuable insights into the health risks associated with exposure to carbon soot particulate matter, thus underscoring the urgent need for stricter regulatory measures to control air pollution in areas surrounding artisanal refineries.

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Section: Environmental Hazards Associated With Artisanal Re Nery Acti...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Assessment of Respiratory and Reproductive Impacts of Artisanal Refinery Activity on Male Albino Wistar Rats: Implications for Environmental Health

Suku,

Ugwoha,

Orikpete

et al. 2023

Preprint

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“…Although the SCCs contribute to lubricity, they also influence several adverse properties. The SCCs negatively affect human health (Kapadia et al, 2016), and the environment as the combustion products contribute to acid rain (Link et al, 2003; Lopez et al, 2010). In fuels, the SCCs react to produce insoluble gums and sediment during fuel storage (Batts & Fathoni, 1991; Epping et al, 2014; Zabarnick et al, 2019).…”

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Chemical compositional analysis of jet fuels: Contributions of mass spectrometry in the 21st century

Romanczyk

2022

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Jet fuels are complex mixtures composed of many individual compounds that influence crucial chemical and physical properties. Approximately over the last 20 years, mass spectrometry studies provided important and extensive qualitative and quantitative information of the compounds that make up jet fuels. This review presents these main findings, evaluates the analytical methods utilized, and summarizes the hydrocarbons, nitrogen‐, oxygen‐ and sulfur‐containing compounds characterized in the jet fuels. Potential areas where mass spectrometry may play important roles in the future will also be discussed.

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Unraveling the Role of Sulfur Compounds in Acid Rain Formation: Experiments on a Wetted Glass pH Electrode

Cited by 2 publications

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Assessment of Respiratory and Reproductive Impacts of Artisanal Refinery Activity on Male Albino Wistar Rats: Implications for Environmental Health

Assessment of Respiratory and Reproductive Impacts of Artisanal Refinery Activity on Male Albino Wistar Rats: Implications for Environmental Health

Chemical compositional analysis of jet fuels: Contributions of mass spectrometry in the 21st century

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