本文采用小波变化分别对受磁扰时段的"天宫一号"大气质谱信号和乌鲁木齐台地磁FHDZ-M15秒数据进行频段分析.实验发现"天宫一号"大气质谱信号和地磁M15秒数据信号的频谱优势频段在0.005~0.025 Hz之内,其中主要受干...本文采用小波变化分别对受磁扰时段的"天宫一号"大气质谱信号和乌鲁木齐台地磁FHDZ-M15秒数据进行频段分析.实验发现"天宫一号"大气质谱信号和地磁M15秒数据信号的频谱优势频段在0.005~0.025 Hz之内,其中主要受干扰的频段为0.01~0.02 Hz.在地磁M15秒数据的预处理数据中,将H分量和F分量的主要磁扰频段滤出,实验结果表明:含有主要磁扰频段的H分量和F分量SNR(信噪比)分别为37.17 d B和32.99 d B,滤出空间主要磁扰频段后的H分量和F分量SNR分别为215.71 d B和245.54 d B,SNR有了很大的提高.地磁M15秒数据信号有了较为明显的改善,提高地磁资料对于地震监控的应用效果.展开更多
Support vector regression (SVR) method is a novel type of learning machine algorithms, which is seldom applied to the development of urban atmospheric quality models under multiple socio-economic factors. This study...Support vector regression (SVR) method is a novel type of learning machine algorithms, which is seldom applied to the development of urban atmospheric quality models under multiple socio-economic factors. This study presents four SVR models by selecting linear, radial basis, spline, and polynomial functions as kernels, respectively for the prediction of urban dust fall levels. The inputs of the models are identified as industrial coal consumption, population density, traffic flow coefficient, and shopping density coefficient. The training and testing results show that the SVR model with radial basis kernel performs better than the other three both in the training and testing processes. In addition, a number of scenario analyses reveal that the most suitable parameters (insensitive loss function e, the parameter to reduce the influence of error C, and discrete level or average distribution of parameters σ) are 0.001, 0.5, and 2 000, respectively.展开更多
The paper describes a method for monitoring CO2 leakage in geological carbon dioxide sequestration. A real time monitoring parameter, apparent leakage flux(ALF), is presented to monitor abnormal CO2 leakage, which can...The paper describes a method for monitoring CO2 leakage in geological carbon dioxide sequestration. A real time monitoring parameter, apparent leakage flux(ALF), is presented to monitor abnormal CO2 leakage, which can be calculated by atmospheric CO2 and O2 data. The computation shows that all ALF values are close to zero-line without the leakage. With a step change or linear perturbation of concentration to the initial CO2 concentration data with no leakage, ALF will deviate from background line. Perturbation tests prove that ALF method is sensitive to linear perturbation but insensitive to step change of concentration. An improved method is proposed based on real time analysis of surplus CO2 concentration in least square regression process, called apparent leakage flux from surplus analysis(ALFs), which is sensitive to both step perturbation and linear perturbations of concentration. ALF is capable of detecting concentration increase when the leakage occurs while ALFs is useful in all periods of leakage. Both ALF and ALFs are potential approaches to monitor CO2 leakage in geosequestration project.展开更多
The corrosion behavior of pure copper exposed to the atmosphere of Nansha Islands for 21 months was studied by mass loss method,composition analysis,morphology observation and electrochemical measurements.The results ...The corrosion behavior of pure copper exposed to the atmosphere of Nansha Islands for 21 months was studied by mass loss method,composition analysis,morphology observation and electrochemical measurements.The results showed that the average corrosion rate of copper exposed for one year was approximately 7.85μm/a,implying that Nansha Islands was classified as a corrosion category of CX.The structure and properties of the corrosion product layer generated on the front and back sides of the exposed sample differed significantly.The inner corrosion product layer(Cu2O)on the front side was relatively thick and dense,whereas the outer product layer(Cu2Cl(OH)3)was extremely thin.However,the outer product layer on the back side was thicker than the inner layer.Electrochemical measurements indicated that the protection afforded by the corrosion product layer on the front side was improved gradually,while that on the back side was deteriorated.展开更多
This study describes the development and validation of a sensitive and reliable method for determination of polybrominated diphenyl ethers(PBDEs)in atmospheric particulate matter using selective pressurized liquid e...This study describes the development and validation of a sensitive and reliable method for determination of polybrominated diphenyl ethers(PBDEs)in atmospheric particulate matter using selective pressurized liquid extraction(SPLE)and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry with a negative chemical ionization(GC-NCI-MS).Extraction and clean-up were performed using PLE with 2 g florisil and 3 g silica placed in the extraction cells.Under optimal conditions,14 PBDEs were extracted at 70℃ using hexane/dichloromethane(50:50,v/v)as solvent.Validation of SPLE returned excellent recoveries for most analytes,with relative standard deviations mostly below20%.Method detection limits ranged from 0.13 to15.38 ng·mL^-1 for the GC-MS analyses.The method was successfully applied to atmospheric particulate matter of Beijing,where analytes were detected in the range of182.79 to 468.99 pg·m^-3.展开更多
The uncertainty in assessing the numerous atmospheric pollutants transported via wind from arid and semi-arid regions is affecting the glacial ecosystem. In our study area due to the complexity of the system, a promin...The uncertainty in assessing the numerous atmospheric pollutants transported via wind from arid and semi-arid regions is affecting the glacial ecosystem. In our study area due to the complexity of the system, a prominent seasonal difference noticed among major ions(Ca^(2+), Mg^(2+), SO_4^(2-), and NO_3^-). There is a need for understanding the ions cycling as a whole and the directionality of the feedback loops in the system. Therefore, we provide an appraisal of our current hypothesis for seasonal difference in major ion concentration from snow samples for two corresponding years(2013 and 2015) at Dokriani Glacier. A systematic study of chemical compositionsin the shallow snow pit from Dokriani Glacier was undertaken for the pre-monsoon season to understand the cycling of major ions from atmosphere to solute acquisition process. The intimating connections of ions cycling in snow and its temporal behavior was observed and analyzed through various statistical tests. Among major ions, the SO_4^(2-)has the highest concentration among anions on an average considered as 14.21% in 2013 and 29.46% in 2015. On the other side Ca^(2+) is the dominant cation contributing 28.22% in 2013 and 15.3% in 2015 on average. The average ratio of Na+/Cl-was higher in 2013 whereas lower in 2015. The backward trajectory analysis suggests the possible sources of the ions transported from Central Asia through the Western Disturbance(WD) as a prominent source of winter precipitation mainly in the Central Himalaya. Ionicconcentration of Ca^(2+) in cations was highly dominated while in anion SO_4^(2-)played the major role. Factor analysis and correlation matrix suggested that, the precipitation chemistry is mostly influenced by anthropogenic, crustal, and sea salt sources over the studied region. The elemental cycling through ocean, atmosphere and biosphere opens up new ways to understand the geochemical processes operating at the glacierized catchments of the Himalaya. Moreover, increasing the field-based studies in the coming decades would also have the certain advantage in overcoming the conceptual and computational geochemical modelling difficulties.展开更多
Two Gaussian air quality dispersion models, the industrial source complex short-term model (ISCST3) with and without modification have been used to simulate the pollutant concentration distribution in urban areas base...Two Gaussian air quality dispersion models, the industrial source complex short-term model (ISCST3) with and without modification have been used to simulate the pollutant concentration distribution in urban areas based on the meteorological data and the emissions distribution of sulfur dioxide. The verified data show that the modified model is more accurate in the urban area of Shijiazhuang. Using the modified model predictions, the control strategies of sulfur dioxide in the urban area have been studied, and the result show that the second long-term (to 2010) strategy can mitigate air pollution significantly and maintain pollution levels within permissible limits.展开更多
Isotopic tracers and water quality indicators (TDS (Total Dissolved Solid), Cl^- and NO3^-contents) were used to characterize the recharge and control of the quality of groundwater in the alluvial aquifer beneath ...Isotopic tracers and water quality indicators (TDS (Total Dissolved Solid), Cl^- and NO3^-contents) were used to characterize the recharge and control of the quality of groundwater in the alluvial aquifer beneath of the N'djamena city. For this study, a total of 92 waters samples were taken and this included 67 wells, 21 pumps and 4 surface waters. Some groundwater has 6180 and 62H values close to those of the city of N'djamena and/or the Chad river rains. However, all sampled points are below the Global Meteoric Water Line reflecting their evaporated characters. The interpretation of the isotopic tracers highlights that the recharge of the analyzed ground waters may result from two major mechanisms: (1) direct infiltration of local precipitation; (2) lateral inflow of river waters. The upper aquifer is the most vulnerable to pollution, especially during the recharge period. This pollution is due to the leaching of soils during the rainy season and the rise of the groundwater level which accompanies the overflowing of the Chad and causes the leaching of the polluted horizons of the unsaturated zone. In contrast, the lower aquifer has acceptable concentrations of solutes.展开更多
In China's Mainland, the summer monsoon rainy band is referred to as the mei-yu precipitation front, which extends northward from South China to the Yangtze River, Huaihe River, and Yellow River, depending on the ...In China's Mainland, the summer monsoon rainy band is referred to as the mei-yu precipitation front, which extends northward from South China to the Yangtze River, Huaihe River, and Yellow River, depending on the season. This paper describes the structure of the mei-yu front associated with a persistent heavy rainfall event that occurred in the summer of 2007. The mei-yu front occurs when the subtropical oceanic warm, moist air mass and the extra tropical continental dry, cold air mass converge on the lee side of the Tibetan Plateau. The authors defined the equivalent temperature using two terms of dry-air temperature and the specific humidity and calculated its horizontal gradient to indicate the mei-yu front. The vertical structure of the mei-yu front and the moist thermal winds surrounding it were examined based on the equivalent temperature.展开更多
The rate constants of the reaction between hydroxyl radical (OH-) and dimethyl sulfide (DMS) were investigated by using the relative methods in air, N2, and 02. Strong influences of ground state oxygen O(3p) on ...The rate constants of the reaction between hydroxyl radical (OH-) and dimethyl sulfide (DMS) were investigated by using the relative methods in air, N2, and 02. Strong influences of ground state oxygen O(3p) on DMS consumption were found by the photolysis of HONO and CH3ONO as OH. sources, and the rate constants obtained in these systems varied significantly. The rate constants of the reaction between DMS and OH- (generated by photolysis of H2 O2) at room temperature were 8.56 × 10^-12, 11.31× 10^-12, and 4.50× 10^-12 cm3/(molecule.s), in air, O2, and N2, respectively. The temperature dependence of the rate constants for OH- with DMS over the temperature range of 287-338 K was also investigated in nitrogen and air, and the Arrhenius expression was obtained as follows: kaire=(7.24±0.28)× 10^-13exp[(770.7±E97.2)/T], kN2 =(3.40±0.15) × 10^-11 exp[-- (590.3±165.9)/T].展开更多
Nowadays, isotope environmental technique tends to be used as a reconnaissance tool , both qualitative and quantitative, to calculate the aquifer parameters particularly in carbonate rock aquifers. But, the hetero...Nowadays, isotope environmental technique tends to be used as a reconnaissance tool , both qualitative and quantitative, to calculate the aquifer parameters particularly in carbonate rock aquifers. But, the heterogeneous flow is still problematic when Lumped parameter Models are usually used to calculate the residence times and hydraulic parameters. However, Discrete State Compartment Model can provide a powerful model to heterogeneous medium. One such study was carried on in Dazha valley, where the environmental tritium was used as a tracer for determining hydrogeological parameters based on a discrete state compartment model展开更多
Saffron, obtained from the flower stigmas of Crocus sativus L., is one of the most expensive food spices. The introduction of saffron in alpine areas could help to broaden and diversify the activities of mountain mult...Saffron, obtained from the flower stigmas of Crocus sativus L., is one of the most expensive food spices. The introduction of saffron in alpine areas could help to broaden and diversify the activities of mountain multifunctional farms, with a positive impact on economy and land management. According to ISO 3632(2010/2011), saffron can be classified into three categories of quality(I, II, III) depending on the concentration of the three main metabolites responsible for its characteristic colour, flavor and aroma: Crocin, Picrocrocin and Safranal. This study represents the first investigation of the quality of saffron produced in the Italian Alps evaluated with spectrophotometry, HPLC, solid-phase microextraction(SPME), and gas chromatographic analysis combined with mass spectrometry(GC/MS). The experiments used Crocus sativus stigmas produced in 2012-2013 in different areas of the Central Italian Alps were located at an altitude between 720 and 1200 m a.s.l.. Results obtained were compared to commercial saffron. The analyses confirmed that all samples can be classified in the first quality category according to the ISO classification. This high quality is also confirmed by HPLC analysis. Moreover, the SPME-GC/MS analysis identified some differences in the aromatic profile of saffron samples, in particular regarding safranal concentration. A preliminary assessment of the economic viability of high quality saffron production for local markets was also performed. Our study provides valid information regarding the quality and economic sustainability of saffron production in the alpine area confirming this crop as a good candidate for a new source of income for multifunctional farms in mountain areas.展开更多
Continent ileostomy can be defined as a surgical procedure that facilitates planned intermittent evacuation of a bowel reservoir through an ileostomy.It was devised by Nils Kock in 1969.Subsequently,continent ileostom...Continent ileostomy can be defined as a surgical procedure that facilitates planned intermittent evacuation of a bowel reservoir through an ileostomy.It was devised by Nils Kock in 1969.Subsequently,continent ileostomy (or Kock pouch) became a viable alternative in the management of patients who had traditionally required an end ileostomy.Kock pouch appeared to provide substantial physical and psychosocial benefits over a conventional ileostomy.The procedure became popular until ileal pouch anal anastomosis (IPAA) was introduced in 1980.Despite its benefits,continent ileostomy had many short term complications including intubation problems,ileus,anastomotic leaks,peritonitis and valve problems.Operative mortalities have also been reported in the literature.Most of these problems have been eliminated with increasing experience;however,valverelated problems remain as an "Achilles' heel" of the technique.Many modifications have been introduced to prevent this problem.Some patients have had their pouch removed because of complications mainly related to valve dysfunction.Although revision rates can be high,most of the patients who retain their reservoirs are satisfied with regard to their health status and quality of life.Today,this procedure is still appropriate for selected patients for whom pouch surgery is not possible or for patients who have failed IPAA.Both the patient and their physician must be highly motivated to accept the risk of failure and the subsequent need for revisional operations.展开更多
With the rapid development of modem industry and increase of consumption of the coal, petroleum and natural gas etc., emission of nitrogen oxide (NOx) from flue gas has air environment quality worsen day by day. Thi...With the rapid development of modem industry and increase of consumption of the coal, petroleum and natural gas etc., emission of nitrogen oxide (NOx) from flue gas has air environment quality worsen day by day. This research work is experimental study on removal low concentration NOx of flue gas by using solid absorbents. The experiment result shown that denification rate by modified activated carbon is higher than that of modified zeolite and rectorite. Average denitrification rate is 65.47% and maximum denitrification rate is 95.82% for activated carbon; average denitrification rate is respectively as 43.29% and 36.18%, maximum denitrification rate is respectively as 87.51% and 79.47% for modified zeolite and rectorite. Experiment results indicated that NO adsorption process of activated carbon can be described by Freudlich adsorption mode, K=0.143 and n=2.842 and Freudlich adsorption isotherm equation is: q = 0.143MO^0.3519.展开更多
文摘本文采用小波变化分别对受磁扰时段的"天宫一号"大气质谱信号和乌鲁木齐台地磁FHDZ-M15秒数据进行频段分析.实验发现"天宫一号"大气质谱信号和地磁M15秒数据信号的频谱优势频段在0.005~0.025 Hz之内,其中主要受干扰的频段为0.01~0.02 Hz.在地磁M15秒数据的预处理数据中,将H分量和F分量的主要磁扰频段滤出,实验结果表明:含有主要磁扰频段的H分量和F分量SNR(信噪比)分别为37.17 d B和32.99 d B,滤出空间主要磁扰频段后的H分量和F分量SNR分别为215.71 d B和245.54 d B,SNR有了很大的提高.地磁M15秒数据信号有了较为明显的改善,提高地磁资料对于地震监控的应用效果.
基金Projects(2007JT3018, 2008JT1013, 2009FJ4056) supported by the Key Project in Hunan Science and Technology Program, ChinaProject(20090161120014) supported by the New Teachers Sustentation Fund in Doctoral Program, Ministry of Education, China
文摘Support vector regression (SVR) method is a novel type of learning machine algorithms, which is seldom applied to the development of urban atmospheric quality models under multiple socio-economic factors. This study presents four SVR models by selecting linear, radial basis, spline, and polynomial functions as kernels, respectively for the prediction of urban dust fall levels. The inputs of the models are identified as industrial coal consumption, population density, traffic flow coefficient, and shopping density coefficient. The training and testing results show that the SVR model with radial basis kernel performs better than the other three both in the training and testing processes. In addition, a number of scenario analyses reveal that the most suitable parameters (insensitive loss function e, the parameter to reduce the influence of error C, and discrete level or average distribution of parameters σ) are 0.001, 0.5, and 2 000, respectively.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51276141,20936004)
文摘The paper describes a method for monitoring CO2 leakage in geological carbon dioxide sequestration. A real time monitoring parameter, apparent leakage flux(ALF), is presented to monitor abnormal CO2 leakage, which can be calculated by atmospheric CO2 and O2 data. The computation shows that all ALF values are close to zero-line without the leakage. With a step change or linear perturbation of concentration to the initial CO2 concentration data with no leakage, ALF will deviate from background line. Perturbation tests prove that ALF method is sensitive to linear perturbation but insensitive to step change of concentration. An improved method is proposed based on real time analysis of surplus CO2 concentration in least square regression process, called apparent leakage flux from surplus analysis(ALFs), which is sensitive to both step perturbation and linear perturbations of concentration. ALF is capable of detecting concentration increase when the leakage occurs while ALFs is useful in all periods of leakage. Both ALF and ALFs are potential approaches to monitor CO2 leakage in geosequestration project.
基金The authors are grateful for the financial supports from National Natural Science Foundation of China(51671197)Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(13040502).
文摘The corrosion behavior of pure copper exposed to the atmosphere of Nansha Islands for 21 months was studied by mass loss method,composition analysis,morphology observation and electrochemical measurements.The results showed that the average corrosion rate of copper exposed for one year was approximately 7.85μm/a,implying that Nansha Islands was classified as a corrosion category of CX.The structure and properties of the corrosion product layer generated on the front and back sides of the exposed sample differed significantly.The inner corrosion product layer(Cu2O)on the front side was relatively thick and dense,whereas the outer product layer(Cu2Cl(OH)3)was extremely thin.However,the outer product layer on the back side was thicker than the inner layer.Electrochemical measurements indicated that the protection afforded by the corrosion product layer on the front side was improved gradually,while that on the back side was deteriorated.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(41325010)
文摘This study describes the development and validation of a sensitive and reliable method for determination of polybrominated diphenyl ethers(PBDEs)in atmospheric particulate matter using selective pressurized liquid extraction(SPLE)and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry with a negative chemical ionization(GC-NCI-MS).Extraction and clean-up were performed using PLE with 2 g florisil and 3 g silica placed in the extraction cells.Under optimal conditions,14 PBDEs were extracted at 70℃ using hexane/dichloromethane(50:50,v/v)as solvent.Validation of SPLE returned excellent recoveries for most analytes,with relative standard deviations mostly below20%.Method detection limits ranged from 0.13 to15.38 ng·mL^-1 for the GC-MS analyses.The method was successfully applied to atmospheric particulate matter of Beijing,where analytes were detected in the range of182.79 to 468.99 pg·m^-3.
基金funded by the Department of Science and Technology,Government of India,New Delhi
文摘The uncertainty in assessing the numerous atmospheric pollutants transported via wind from arid and semi-arid regions is affecting the glacial ecosystem. In our study area due to the complexity of the system, a prominent seasonal difference noticed among major ions(Ca^(2+), Mg^(2+), SO_4^(2-), and NO_3^-). There is a need for understanding the ions cycling as a whole and the directionality of the feedback loops in the system. Therefore, we provide an appraisal of our current hypothesis for seasonal difference in major ion concentration from snow samples for two corresponding years(2013 and 2015) at Dokriani Glacier. A systematic study of chemical compositionsin the shallow snow pit from Dokriani Glacier was undertaken for the pre-monsoon season to understand the cycling of major ions from atmosphere to solute acquisition process. The intimating connections of ions cycling in snow and its temporal behavior was observed and analyzed through various statistical tests. Among major ions, the SO_4^(2-)has the highest concentration among anions on an average considered as 14.21% in 2013 and 29.46% in 2015. On the other side Ca^(2+) is the dominant cation contributing 28.22% in 2013 and 15.3% in 2015 on average. The average ratio of Na+/Cl-was higher in 2013 whereas lower in 2015. The backward trajectory analysis suggests the possible sources of the ions transported from Central Asia through the Western Disturbance(WD) as a prominent source of winter precipitation mainly in the Central Himalaya. Ionicconcentration of Ca^(2+) in cations was highly dominated while in anion SO_4^(2-)played the major role. Factor analysis and correlation matrix suggested that, the precipitation chemistry is mostly influenced by anthropogenic, crustal, and sea salt sources over the studied region. The elemental cycling through ocean, atmosphere and biosphere opens up new ways to understand the geochemical processes operating at the glacierized catchments of the Himalaya. Moreover, increasing the field-based studies in the coming decades would also have the certain advantage in overcoming the conceptual and computational geochemical modelling difficulties.
文摘Two Gaussian air quality dispersion models, the industrial source complex short-term model (ISCST3) with and without modification have been used to simulate the pollutant concentration distribution in urban areas based on the meteorological data and the emissions distribution of sulfur dioxide. The verified data show that the modified model is more accurate in the urban area of Shijiazhuang. Using the modified model predictions, the control strategies of sulfur dioxide in the urban area have been studied, and the result show that the second long-term (to 2010) strategy can mitigate air pollution significantly and maintain pollution levels within permissible limits.
文摘Isotopic tracers and water quality indicators (TDS (Total Dissolved Solid), Cl^- and NO3^-contents) were used to characterize the recharge and control of the quality of groundwater in the alluvial aquifer beneath of the N'djamena city. For this study, a total of 92 waters samples were taken and this included 67 wells, 21 pumps and 4 surface waters. Some groundwater has 6180 and 62H values close to those of the city of N'djamena and/or the Chad river rains. However, all sampled points are below the Global Meteoric Water Line reflecting their evaporated characters. The interpretation of the isotopic tracers highlights that the recharge of the analyzed ground waters may result from two major mechanisms: (1) direct infiltration of local precipitation; (2) lateral inflow of river waters. The upper aquifer is the most vulnerable to pollution, especially during the recharge period. This pollution is due to the leaching of soils during the rainy season and the rise of the groundwater level which accompanies the overflowing of the Chad and causes the leaching of the polluted horizons of the unsaturated zone. In contrast, the lower aquifer has acceptable concentrations of solutes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.40975039)
文摘In China's Mainland, the summer monsoon rainy band is referred to as the mei-yu precipitation front, which extends northward from South China to the Yangtze River, Huaihe River, and Yellow River, depending on the season. This paper describes the structure of the mei-yu front associated with a persistent heavy rainfall event that occurred in the summer of 2007. The mei-yu front occurs when the subtropical oceanic warm, moist air mass and the extra tropical continental dry, cold air mass converge on the lee side of the Tibetan Plateau. The authors defined the equivalent temperature using two terms of dry-air temperature and the specific humidity and calculated its horizontal gradient to indicate the mei-yu front. The vertical structure of the mei-yu front and the moist thermal winds surrounding it were examined based on the equivalent temperature.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.20677067 and No.20577064) and the National Basic Research Pro- gram of China (No.2005CB422201).
文摘The rate constants of the reaction between hydroxyl radical (OH-) and dimethyl sulfide (DMS) were investigated by using the relative methods in air, N2, and 02. Strong influences of ground state oxygen O(3p) on DMS consumption were found by the photolysis of HONO and CH3ONO as OH. sources, and the rate constants obtained in these systems varied significantly. The rate constants of the reaction between DMS and OH- (generated by photolysis of H2 O2) at room temperature were 8.56 × 10^-12, 11.31× 10^-12, and 4.50× 10^-12 cm3/(molecule.s), in air, O2, and N2, respectively. The temperature dependence of the rate constants for OH- with DMS over the temperature range of 287-338 K was also investigated in nitrogen and air, and the Arrhenius expression was obtained as follows: kaire=(7.24±0.28)× 10^-13exp[(770.7±E97.2)/T], kN2 =(3.40±0.15) × 10^-11 exp[-- (590.3±165.9)/T].
文摘Nowadays, isotope environmental technique tends to be used as a reconnaissance tool , both qualitative and quantitative, to calculate the aquifer parameters particularly in carbonate rock aquifers. But, the heterogeneous flow is still problematic when Lumped parameter Models are usually used to calculate the residence times and hydraulic parameters. However, Discrete State Compartment Model can provide a powerful model to heterogeneous medium. One such study was carried on in Dazha valley, where the environmental tritium was used as a tracer for determining hydrogeological parameters based on a discrete state compartment model
基金partly supported by "Accordo di Programma, affermazione in Edolo del Centro di Eccellenza Università della Montagna" MIURUniversità degli Studi di Milano, prot. no. 386 1293-05/08/2011 and by Fondazione della Comunità Bresciana- Onlus
文摘Saffron, obtained from the flower stigmas of Crocus sativus L., is one of the most expensive food spices. The introduction of saffron in alpine areas could help to broaden and diversify the activities of mountain multifunctional farms, with a positive impact on economy and land management. According to ISO 3632(2010/2011), saffron can be classified into three categories of quality(I, II, III) depending on the concentration of the three main metabolites responsible for its characteristic colour, flavor and aroma: Crocin, Picrocrocin and Safranal. This study represents the first investigation of the quality of saffron produced in the Italian Alps evaluated with spectrophotometry, HPLC, solid-phase microextraction(SPME), and gas chromatographic analysis combined with mass spectrometry(GC/MS). The experiments used Crocus sativus stigmas produced in 2012-2013 in different areas of the Central Italian Alps were located at an altitude between 720 and 1200 m a.s.l.. Results obtained were compared to commercial saffron. The analyses confirmed that all samples can be classified in the first quality category according to the ISO classification. This high quality is also confirmed by HPLC analysis. Moreover, the SPME-GC/MS analysis identified some differences in the aromatic profile of saffron samples, in particular regarding safranal concentration. A preliminary assessment of the economic viability of high quality saffron production for local markets was also performed. Our study provides valid information regarding the quality and economic sustainability of saffron production in the alpine area confirming this crop as a good candidate for a new source of income for multifunctional farms in mountain areas.
文摘Continent ileostomy can be defined as a surgical procedure that facilitates planned intermittent evacuation of a bowel reservoir through an ileostomy.It was devised by Nils Kock in 1969.Subsequently,continent ileostomy (or Kock pouch) became a viable alternative in the management of patients who had traditionally required an end ileostomy.Kock pouch appeared to provide substantial physical and psychosocial benefits over a conventional ileostomy.The procedure became popular until ileal pouch anal anastomosis (IPAA) was introduced in 1980.Despite its benefits,continent ileostomy had many short term complications including intubation problems,ileus,anastomotic leaks,peritonitis and valve problems.Operative mortalities have also been reported in the literature.Most of these problems have been eliminated with increasing experience;however,valverelated problems remain as an "Achilles' heel" of the technique.Many modifications have been introduced to prevent this problem.Some patients have had their pouch removed because of complications mainly related to valve dysfunction.Although revision rates can be high,most of the patients who retain their reservoirs are satisfied with regard to their health status and quality of life.Today,this procedure is still appropriate for selected patients for whom pouch surgery is not possible or for patients who have failed IPAA.Both the patient and their physician must be highly motivated to accept the risk of failure and the subsequent need for revisional operations.
文摘With the rapid development of modem industry and increase of consumption of the coal, petroleum and natural gas etc., emission of nitrogen oxide (NOx) from flue gas has air environment quality worsen day by day. This research work is experimental study on removal low concentration NOx of flue gas by using solid absorbents. The experiment result shown that denification rate by modified activated carbon is higher than that of modified zeolite and rectorite. Average denitrification rate is 65.47% and maximum denitrification rate is 95.82% for activated carbon; average denitrification rate is respectively as 43.29% and 36.18%, maximum denitrification rate is respectively as 87.51% and 79.47% for modified zeolite and rectorite. Experiment results indicated that NO adsorption process of activated carbon can be described by Freudlich adsorption mode, K=0.143 and n=2.842 and Freudlich adsorption isotherm equation is: q = 0.143MO^0.3519.