Comparative analysis of minerals and vitamins of some selected vegetables Department:Chemistry By: Mhiztaslim Project ID: 8707 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1 Price:₦4000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThis study presents a comparative analysis of the mineral and vitamin contents of two selected vegetables: Gnetum africanum (commonly known as Afang) and Piper guineense (commonly known as Uziza). The aim was to determine and compare the nutritional profiles of these vegetables, with a focus on both major and trace minerals (such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, and zinc) and essential vitamins (including vitamin A, vitamin C, riboflavin (B2), and others). Standard analytical methods were employed, including Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (EDXRF) for mineral analysis and UV-visible spectrophotometry determination. The results revealed significant variations in the nutritional composition of the two vegetables. Afang leaf exhibited higher concentrations of calcium, magnesium, and vitamin A, while Uziza was notably richer in iron, vitamin C, and riboflavin. These findings highlight the nutritional importance of incorporating both vegetables into the human diet for improved health and wellness. The study concludes that Afang and Uziza are valuable sources of essential micronutrients and can serve as complementary dietary components in combating micronutrient deficiencies. This research provides a scientific basis for promoting local vegetables as accessible and affordable sources of vital nutrients, and it underscores the need for further studies to explore their health benefits and potential use in functional food development....Preview Download Preview +Other Chemistry project topics and materials you might be interested in»Minerals and phytochemical analysis of watermelon seeds (Citrullus Lanatus)»Production of hair growth oil and body lotion from Pumpkin and Pawpaw seed oil»Ethanol production from cocoyam peels»Kinectic study and heavy metals removals from used engine oil treated with groundnut shells»Synthesis and exploration of ion nanoparticles using costus after flower extract as a reducing agent»Characteristics of humic substances from strongly acidic soil remediated and restored using humin enhanced biodegradable waste materials»Characteristics of humic substances from strongly acidic soil remediated and restored using CNB-TECH end product»Comparative study of physico-chemical properties and essential mineral of some fruit juice orange and tomato»Extraction and characterization of avocado seed oil»Biodiesel production using soybean oil and characterization»Production of biolubricant from Carica Papaya seed oil»Analysis of the quality of groundwater (boreholes)»Spectroscopic and phytochemical evaluation of methanolic extract of mahogany tree gum for possible biosynthetic process»Phytochemical and proximate analysis of Combretum Zenkeri Ubi»Biosynthesis of bark peel of aerial yam-magnesium oxide nano composites for biosensing application