Browsing 2015 - Applied by Subject "MC-LR"

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Degradation of Microcystin-LR by Native Bacteria

Dharmadasa, P.S.; Manage, P.M.; Kannangara, S. (University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, 2015-08-01)

Cyanobacteria are a major component in most of eutrophic lakes. Bloom forming cyanobacteria may produce toxins such as hepatotoxic peptides, neurotoxic alkaloids and dermatotoxic phenolic compounds, in addition to ...
Removal of Microcystin-LR from Drinking Water Using Natural Rutile Sand

Silva, D.B.; Manage, P.M. (University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, 2015-08-01)

Presence of cyanotoxins in water bodies, which are utilized for human consumption, is a major constraint in providing safe potable water in Sri Lanka. Present study was carried out to evaluate the potential use of natural ...
Toxin Producing Cyanobacteria in Labugama, Kalatuwawa Drinking Water Reservoirs

Idroos, S.F.; Manage, P.M. (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, 2015-09-16)

Cyanobacteria are photosynthetic bacteria found naturally in lakes, streams, ponds, and reservoirs. Microcystis aeruginosa, Anabaena sp., Nostoc sp., Oscillatoria sp. are some harmful cyanobacteria that produce cyanotoxins. ...

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