Physiochemical and Antibacterial Activity Investigation on Noble Schiff Base Cu(II) Complex
Jasmin Ara Shampa,
Md. Rakibul Islam,
Md. Saddam Hossain,
Gagi Tauhidur Rahman,
C. M. Zakaria,
Md. Kudrat-E-Zahan
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 4, August 2017
Pages:
37-41
Received:
11 July 2017
Accepted:
26 July 2017
Published:
28 August 2017
Abstract: Schiff base ligand and its Cu(II) complex had been synthesized by the condensation reaction of isatin with amino acids (cysteine / glycine / leucine / alanine ). The Structure and spectral properties of ligand and complex were confirmed by UV, FT-IR and some physiochemical measurements. The spectral properties showed that it was a distorted tetrahedral geometry with a tridentate ligand and chloride ion. IR spectral studies show the binding sites of the Schiff base ligand with the metal ion. Molar conductance data and magnetic susceptibility measurements give evidence for monomeric and non-electrolytic nature of the complexes. The Schiff base Cu(II) complex was subjected to antimicrobial studies screened by employing the Disc Diffusion method. All the synthesized complexes showed strong antibacterial activity.
Abstract: Schiff base ligand and its Cu(II) complex had been synthesized by the condensation reaction of isatin with amino acids (cysteine / glycine / leucine / alanine ). The Structure and spectral properties of ligand and complex were confirmed by UV, FT-IR and some physiochemical measurements. The spectral properties showed that it was a distorted tetrahe...
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Solving the Problems of Chemistry Education in Nigeria: A Panacea for National Development
Ibrahim Muhammad Shamsuddin,
Adamu Tairu Arome,
Ibrahim Aminu,
Ismaila Itopah Isah,
Abubakar Mahmud Adamu
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 4, August 2017
Pages:
42-46
Received:
8 July 2017
Accepted:
8 August 2017
Published:
6 September 2017
Abstract: Chemistry has been one of the cornerstones of science, technology and industry, it is apparent that chemistry plays a greater role in national development through industry in the world. As such it helps to provide some social amenities and has been the pivot of science and hence the most needed tool, scientifically, for human, capital and national development. The wheel of progress have in no small way slowed down, thereby hindering the overall development of science and chemistry education in the nation. The concept of chemistry as a science is centered on life and this encompasses the three states of matter-solid, liquid and gas in a give and take processes. The focus of this paper, therefore, is to take a further look at the derivable benefits of chemistry education with a view to repositioning it as a panacea for national development. Among other things, poor power supply / infrastructure, poor academic foundation, poor funding and mismanagement, inadequate manpower, associated hazards, defective curriculum, lack of awareness / counseling are the noticeable factors working against the effective and qualitative chemistry education in the country. All stake holders in this sector including the government at all levels are to ensure and allow chemistry and its education to take and play its pivotal role towards national development. Therefore, it is recommended that the aforementioned problems be tackled in order for chemistry education to play its pivotal role towards national development.
Abstract: Chemistry has been one of the cornerstones of science, technology and industry, it is apparent that chemistry plays a greater role in national development through industry in the world. As such it helps to provide some social amenities and has been the pivot of science and hence the most needed tool, scientifically, for human, capital and national ...
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