PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF SACHET WATER IN ABA
- Project Research
- 1-5 Chapters
- Quantitative
- Simple Percentage
- Abstract : Available
- Table of Content: Available
- Reference Style: Available
- Recommended for : Student Researchers
- NGN 5000
ABSTRACT
In spite of the varying levels of contamination widely reported, sachet water is still well accepted. This study therefore assessed social perception of people on the most popular sachet water brands, conducted sensory evaluation, quality certification and packaging and storage quality evaluation of sachet water samples. It also assessed the Physico-chemical and coliforms count of popular brands using standard laboratory procedures. For the study, two study areas; Aba South and Aba North Local Government Areas of Aba, Abia State, Nigeria were selected. Eight samples from the popular sachet water brands (four samples per local government areas) were purchased from water vendors and labeled alphabets A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H. Flame atomic absorption spectrophotometer (Phoenix-986) was used for the determination of lead, chromium and cadmium in the sample. Data obtained were subjected to simple descriptive statistical analysis. The result revealed that the characteristics of the water samples include 7.4 – 6.7 (pH), 0.04 – 0.1µS/cm (EC), 33.0 – 18.0 mg/L (Chloride), 15.2 – 6.0 mg/L (Calcium), 0.32 – 0.08 mg/L (Nitrate), 16.0 – 4.0 mg/L (Magnesium), 94.0 – 24.0 mg/L (Total Alkalinity), 34.0 – 18.0 mg/L (Sulphate), 70.0 – 30.0 mg/L (Manganese), 40.0 – 10.0 mg/L (Iron), 62.0 – 27.0 mg/L (Zinc) and with an average coliform count of 18.58 MNP/100ml. The physico-chemical analysis indicated that the average values of the parameters were all below the Nigerian Standard for Drinking Water Quality (NSDWQ) and World Health Organisation (WHO) permissible limits. Bacteriological analysis in terms of total coliform revealed that sample D from Aba South local government area showed positive coliform count value of 18.00 ± 0.58 MPN/100ml making it unfit for portability. The aerobic mesophilic count for sample D from Aba South of 2.1 x 102exceeded the WHO, 1.0x102 permissible limit. The study advocates proper water treatment by water manufacturers and strict monitoring for compliance by the regulatory agencies.
Related Project Materials
The Impact of Pain Management Strategies by Emergency Nurses on Patient Comfort at Lagos University Teaching Hospital
Background of the Study
Pain is a common and often distressing symptom in emergency...
An Appraisal of AI-Driven Fraud Detection Models in Nigerian Banks: A Case Study in Yobe State
Background of the Study
Fraud detection is a critical component of the banking sector’s operation...
Public Relations and Conflict Resolution: A Study of Jos North LGA in Plateau State
Background of the Study
Conflict resolution is a critical process in fostering peace and stability in communities prone to...
The Impact of Nurses' Knowledge of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on Emergency Care Outcomes in Kano State
Background of the Study
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving technique used in emergencies such as cardiac arrest, drowni...
THE ADMINISTRATION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CHALLENGES OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Abstract
The major concern of this research work is to assess the role of Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra...
An Examination of the Effect of International Trade on Financial Accounting Practices in Nigeria: A Study of Dangote Group
Background of the Study
International trade has significantly influenced financial accounting practices in emerging econ...
THE INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL SEPARATION ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Abstract
This study examined the influence of parental Separation on Academic Achievement of Secondary School Student in Lagos Educationa...
DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A COMPUTERIZED RECYCLING SYSTEM FOR PROTECTING THE GREEN ENVIRONMENT
ABSTRACT
Our earth suffers a lot from the things that are tossed uselessly; these...
An examination of financial innovation policies in investment banking: a case study of Access Bank Nigeria
Background of the Study
Financial innovation policies refer to regulatory and internal frameworks that encourage the develo...
An examination of debit fee structure reforms on consumer spending patterns in banking: a case study of United Bank for Africa
Background of the Study
Debit fee structure reforms play a significant role in shaping consumer spending behavior in the banking sector....
