Sumerianz Journal of Scientific Research

    
Online ISSN: 2617-6955
Print ISSN: 2617-765X

Quarterly Published (4 Issues Per Year)

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Volume 1 Issue 1 (2018)

The Gravitational Constant, G

Authors : Samir A. Hamouda ; Hawaa A. Tweer ; Fathi Elfituri
Abstract:
Gravity plays a major role in the planetary formation and the development of the solar system. Gravity attraction is the essence of a power that holds and governs the universe; it makes the planets in the solar system revolve around the sun and the moons around their planets. The study of the mechanisms of planets formation in the solar system is a difficult problem made more so by the inability to construct planetary-scale models for laboratory study. However, understanding the nature of the matter comprising the Solar System is crucial for understanding the mechanism that generates planetary gravity. In this study, a brief history about the development of planetary gravity is presented. However, much work is still needed before the planetary gravity field processes are fully understood and full advantage be taken of the implications of this phenomena observations.

Pages: 28-33

The Development of Life Cycle Technique for Software Verification and Validation

Authors : Mohammed Nazeh Abdulwahid
Abstract:
In the century of the Internet revolution and technology innovation, that enter in every part of our life , from simple microwave applications used at home  to surgeries and critical applications in hospital, Hence came the need to  make  an assured quality software product  and systems . The quality of the software product is depends on the quality of the each phase of the development process used to create it. Verification and Validation  techniques used  across full phases  of  Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure that the phase satisfy its requirement, error  free, and correctly completed. Verification and Validation Techniques are set of testing and analysis activities by different methods.  This paper described first the definitions of verification and validation concepts, followed by verification and validation role in each phase of Software Development Life Cycle SDLC), and finally the Methods of software verification and validation.

Pages: 22-27

Microbiological Assessment of the Pedestrian Hand Rails of Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro

Authors : Orogu J. O. ; Ehiwario N. J. ; Okobia U. B.
Abstract:
The microbial contamination of handrails of the pedestrian walkway could serve as potential source for community acquired infections. This research work assessed the potential of bacteria and fungi pathogens in polytechnic campus environment. Twelve (12) samples were collected from the pedestrian handrails of Delta state polytechnic, Ozoro and the samples were coded as, ERA,ELA,MRA,MLA,EXRA,EXLA,ERB,ELB,MRB,MLB,EXRB and EXRB. Contamination was higher in the morning sample for Bacteria but less for Fungi than in afternoon sample. A total of five(5) Bacteria species were isolated; Proteus mirabilis, Streptococcus suis, Enterococcus species, Corynrbacterium species and Enterobacter aerogenes and four (4) Fungi species; Candida albican, Mold species, Aspergellus flavus and Penicillin species. The total heterotrophic plate count for bacterial isolates ranges from 8.4 x 101 to 2.16 x 102 CFU/ML while that of fungal isolates ranges from 0.4 x 101 to 2 x 101 CFU/ML. Streptococcus suis(33. 33%) have the highest percentage of occurrence while Enterococcus species(8.33%) have the least percentage of occurrence amongst the bacterial isolates. Aspergellus flavus (52.38%) have the highest percentage occurrence while Mold species (4. 76%) and Penicillin species (9.52%) have the least percentage of occurrences amongst the fungal isolates. This study therefore, shows that the pedestrian handrails harbor highly pathogenic Bacteria and Fungi which have the potentials of causing epidemics in future.

Pages: 16-21

Heavy Metals Profile of Challawa River Basin around Challawa Industrial layout, Kano and It’s Implications for Cultivated Vegetables

Authors : Udiba U. U. ; Odey M. O. ; Anyim Benedicta
Abstract:
Challawa industrial layout is one of the three major industrial areas of Kano. This study was undertaken to assess the heavy metal profile of Challawa River basin around Challawa industrial area and its implication for cultivated vegetables. Lead, cadmium, chromium and zinc concentrations were analyzed using Shimadzu atomic absorption spectrophotometer (model AA-6800, Japan) after wet digestion. The range of concentrations (mg/kg) of these metals was: Pb (94.46-104.76), Cd (11.43 - 26.46), Cr (163.98 - 201.46) and Zn (154.98-254.46). The significant differences observed in soil metal levels between the control and the study area suggests that Challawa industrial area has a significant influence on the heavy metal profile of the basin. The results indicates that the study area does not pose significant health/environmental risk with respect to lead, chromium and zinc intoxication even though the mean soil lead level was found to be above Dutch Target value (85 mg/kg) which is the bench mark for soil quality. However, cadmium was seriously implicated in the study as the mean soil cadmium concentration was found to be above the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Maximum Permissible Limits (MPL) and the European Regulatory Standard of 3.00 mg/kg. There is therefore a serious cause for concern as uptake by cultivated vegetables cannot be completely ruled out. Determination of the chemical form (speciation) of these metals in the basin is hereby recommended to evaluate their mobility and bioavailability.

Pages: 8-15

Characterization of Aquifers Using Geo-electrical Methods in parts of Abia State, Southeastern Nigeria

Authors : Abija F. A. ; Nwankwoala H. O.
Abstract:
This study was carried out to map and characterize the water bearing formations (aquifers) in Abia State, southeastern Nigeria. Vertical electrical resistivity depth sounding for inferring the resistivity and thicknesses of the vertical succession of different conducting zones in the subsurface was employed in characterization of the subsurface aquiferous units. The depth of the boreholes drilled varies from 21.02m - 250m, while the static water level (SWL) varies between 4.57m around Ukwa-West to about 35.97m around Aba South. The depth range of 9.15m to 53.05m to the aquiferous zone for Umuahia Local Government Area is in agreement with the value of 35.0m. Very productive aquifers in Abia State are limited to the alluvial deposits and the Coastal Plain Sands lithologies comprising: fine, medium and coarse-grained and often pebbly sands with some intercalations of clays. The alluvium occurs mainly in Ukwa West and East Local Government Areas. Drilling depths in this aquifer range from 30 to 140m. Prolific production is expected from this alluvium which has an approximate permeability of 35m2/day. The High production rate (Permeability = 35m2/day) is expected in the Coastal Plain Sands sediments found in all Local Government Areas stretching  south of Umuahia and Bende. Drilling depths ranging from 40 to 250 m are recommended for boreholes in these LGAs. However, more precise drilling depths must be confirmed by hydro-geophysical site survey, because the geology of Abia State becomes more complicated north of Umuahia and Bende LGAs. This complication in geology affects all other LGAs north of Umuahia.

Pages: 1-7