• ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF ORGANIC POTASH SOAP PRODUCED FROM PALM BUNCH WASTE.


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    • ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This study explains how palm bunch waste which is an organic substance was sun dried, burnt and converted to potash.This potash was then used in preparing an antimicrobial soap. Foaming capacity and foaming stability assay were carried out on the soap to ensure that the prepared substance is fit to be called a soap. Then antimicrobial tests were also done on the confirmed soap using two pathogenic microorganisms, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. The results for all the test done were finally listed.     ... Continue Reading

         

      CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 2 ]Hydrogen peroxide acts through the liberation of oxygen gas. Although the antibacterial activity of hydrogen peroxide is relatively weak, the liberation of oxygen bubbles produces an effervescent action, which may be useful for wound cleansing through removal of tissue debris. The activity of hydrogen peroxide may be reduced by the presence of blood and pus. The appropriate concentration of hydrogen peroxide for antiseptic use is 3%, although higher concentrations are available.Thimerosol (Mersol) is a mercury compound with activity against bacteria and yeasts. Antisepsis was recommended by H ... Continue Reading