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Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry
ISSN : 20863446     EISSN : 2621508X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.31938/jsn
Jurnal Sains Natural is a peer-reviewed, open access journal that publishes original research articles, review articles, as well as short communication with the objectives to explore the knowledge about natural sciences. This journal incorporates not only all branches of chemistry and biology, but also sub-disciplines like Biochemistry, Polymer, Agricultural chemistry, Environmental chemistry, etc.
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Compatibility Testing of Synthesized TiO2 Nanoparticles on The Fast-Growing Wood Physical Properties Prihatini, Esti; Ismail, Rohmat; Sekartining Rahayu, Istie; Dwi Laksono, Gilang; Khairunissa, Dhiya
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): Sains Natural
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i2.611

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Jabon wood (Anthochepalus cadamba) has inferior quality, so it is necessary to modify the wood to improve the quality of its physical properties, namely by impregnating TiO2 nanoparticles (NP-TiO2). This study aims to determine the right synthesis method for the synthesis of NP-TiO2 so as to improve the quality of the physical properties of jabon wood optimally. The results of FTIR testing showed that jabon wood has successfully impregnated NP-TiO2 by hydrothermal and solvothermal methods with ethanol, acetone, and methanol solvents with the identification of the functional group of Ti-O at wavenumber 533 cm-1 and the Ti-O-Ti functional group at wavenumber 679 cm-1 which is the bond formed in the framework of the TiO2 compound. The results of the physical properties test showed that NP-TiO2 which was successfully impregnated into wood was synthesized using hydrothermal and solvothermal methods, namely acetone, methanol, and ethanol, with a WPG value of 1.36%, 2.6%, 2.16%, and 1.61%, respectively. XRD test results show that jabon wood has successfully impregnated NP-TiO2 by hydrothermal and solvothermal methods using acetone, ethanol, and methanol solvents with the identification of anatase TiO2 crystal lattice and crystal sizes of 16.21, 15.94, 14.27, dan 15.75 nm, respectively.
Development of Aloe Vera-Based Desulfurization Method to Improve The Quality of Sumatra's Coal Hapsauqi, Iqbal; Desfitri , Erda Rahmilaila; Hanum, Farrah Fadhillah; Setyawan, Martomo
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): Sains Natural
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i2.699

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Coal is Indonesia's primary energy source, contributing approximately 65.5% to the total electricity production in 2021. The high sulfur gas emissions during the coal combustion have negatively impacted air quality and the surrounding ecosystem. Consequently, researchers have conducted numerous studies on reducing sulfur content in coal. This study specifically explores the impact of adding Aloe vera extract in desulfurization. Aloe vera contains saponin, a surfactant-like compound that can alter the surface properties of minerals in coal, making sulfur particles easier to eliminate. In the experiment, aloe vera extract was applied to coal with variations of 100, 200, and 300 mL. The mixture was stirred using a magnetic stirrer at 100 rpm for one hour. Subsequently, the coal was separated and analyzed for sulfur content, calorific value, and ash content. The research results indicated that adding Aloe vera extract significantly reduces sulfur content in coal, simultaneously improving the overall quality of the coal with a sulfur reduction ranging from 7% to 22%. Moreover, the process reduced the ash content in the coal. By harnessing the potential of Aloe vera as a natural desulfurizing agent, this study presents an innovative and environmentally friendly solution to mitigate hazardous gas emissions during coal combustion.
Optimization and Characterization Cellulose Content of Cocoa Pod Husk from Cocoa Fermentation Center in Gunung Kidul Regency, Indonesia Through The Extraction Process Amrillah, Nafira Alfi Zaini; Hanum, Farrah Fadhillah; Rahayu, Aster; BalqisViratu Hapsari, Alliya; Nuraini
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): Sains Natural
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i2.703

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Lignocellulose comprises three biopolymers, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin that form a complex composite structure. Cellulose, as a biopolymer possesses notable properties including biocompatibility, biodegradability and economic viability. Gunung Kidul, one of the areas in Indonesia, precisely in Yogyakarta, where the population is known to live as cocoa farmers, so the potential for cocoa husks production is quite large. One way to obtain cellulose is by extracting the cacao husks from Gunung Kidul Cocoa Fermentation Center. Cellulose extraction were carried out through two main stages: alkaline delignification and bleaching. Based on the FTIR characterization results, the cocoa skins from Gunung Kidul Fermentation Center have the potential to separate cellulose from lignin and hemicellulose, which is shown in the presence of the function groups O-H, CH2, and C=O. So, the study aimed to get the optimum condition of the cellulose through several variations of the alkaline (NaOH and KOH), and the type of bleaching reagent (NaOCl and H2O2). The concentration of H2O2 (10%, 20%, 30% and 40%). The potential for cellulose can be developed and modified into nanocellulose in the future perspective.
Isotherm Adsorption of Ion Phosphate from Vinasse Waste Using Quaternary Ammonium Polymer as Adsorbent in Term Effect of Temperature Veranica; Rahayu, Aster; Maryudi; Dhias Cahya Hakika; Lee Wah Lim; Lia Anggresani
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): Sains Natural
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i2.720

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Vinasse liquid waste is a waste product resulting from the ethanol distillation process. Phosphate in high concentrations can harm the environment, such as by polluting water sources and underground surfaces. In this research, adsorption of phosphate ions was carried out in vinasse waste to remove these pollutants using quaternary ammonium polymers. The study examined the effect of vinasse waste sample temperature on the adsorption of phosphate ions. The first step in this work was to create a quaternary ammonium polymer utilising a one-pot technique using 2-[methacryloyloxy)ethyl trimethylammonium chloride solution, also referred to as META. Subsequently, the adsorption process was performed using temperature variations of 25, 30, 40, 50, and 60 . Phosphate ion adsorbance was measured with UV-Vis spectrometers at a wavelength of 880 nm. The quaternary ammonium polymer succeeded in adsorbing the phosphate ion content of the vinasse waste at an optimal temperature of 40 , with an adsorption capacity of 3.78 mg/L and a removal efficiency of 75.70%.  The adsorption isotherm model for phosphate ions onto quaternary ammonium polymer was studied using the Freundlich and Langmuir equations. The obtained data indicated that the Langmuir isotherm model, with an value of 0.9921, is well-suited for describing the adsorption behaviour in this research.
Optimization and Mechanism Elucidation of Catalytic Photodegradation Methylene Blue by TiO2/Zeolite Coal Fly Ash Nanocomposite Under H2O2 Presence Kusumawardani, Linda Jati; Widdyanti, Tutik; Iryani, Ani; Hasanah, Uswatun; Nurlela, Nurlela
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): Sains Natural
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i2.722

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The synthetic dye methylene blue is utilized in many industries. However, it harms the aquatic ecosystem. Methylene blue causes wastewater to become colored. If this colored waste is released into the environment, clean, colorless water will become colored. This work uses a zeolite coal fly ash/TiO2 nanocomposite to enhance the process and identify the photodegradation mechanism of Methylene Blue (MB). Our group has successfully synthesized this nanocomposite using a developed method, improving the materials' capacity for both photodegradation and adsorption. This study has proved nanocomposite performance to degrade methylene blue as a synthetic dye by optimizing the effects of H2O2 addition, catalyst dosage, pH, initial concentration of methylene blue, and irradiation period. The maximum photodegradation in this investigation was observed at a pH of 12 with a nanocomposite dose of 3 g/l and an addition of 8 ml/l of H2O2, and in this study, degradation efficiency reached 100% for an 18 mg/l MB concentration in a short period of 75 minutes. With a reaction rate constant of 0.0601 min-1, the reaction kinetics were described by a pseudo-first-order reaction kinetics model. UPLC-MS/MS QToF analysis revealed the result of chemicals produced by photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue fragmentation into simpler molecules.

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