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Experimental studies on waste paper pulp biodegradation.

R Sharma1, D Sharma, K S Rao

  • 1A.P.S. University, Rewa.

Indian Journal of Environmental Health
|September 25, 2003
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Cow dung and M3 cultures enhance paper pulp biodegradation. Detailed analysis of waste parameters and reaction kinetics is crucial for efficient bioconversion of cellulosic waste into compost.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Biotechnology
  • Waste Management

Background:

  • Cellulosic waste materials pose significant disposal challenges.
  • Biodegradation offers a sustainable solution for waste management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the biodegradation efficiency of waste paper pulp using cow dung and M3 culture.
  • To identify key parameters for optimizing the biodegradation process.

Main Methods:

  • Experimental setup utilizing cow dung and M3 culture for paper pulp biodegradation.
  • Monitoring of parameters including temperature, pH, dry weight, cellulose, protein, carbohydrate, Nitrate, Phosphate & Potassium levels.
  • Derivation of percentage changes in Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), and Volatile Solids (VS).

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Main Results:

  • Cow dung and M3 culture setups demonstrated greater biodegradation efficiency.
  • Novel derivation of percentage changes (absolute and increase/decrease) for BOD, COD, and VS in solid waste biodegradation.
  • Identification of critical parameters for effective waste paper pulp degradation.

Conclusions:

  • Cow dung and M3 cultures are effective in degrading waste paper pulp.
  • Detailed data evaluation and kinetic analysis are recommended for optimizing bioconversion.
  • Further research can lead to quicker bioconversion of cellulosic wastes into valuable compost.