Extraction and characterization of essential oil from Neem tree leaves Department: Science Technology By: Klintex001 Project ID: 8692 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦3000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThe increasing global demand for natural and plant-based therapeutic agents has intensified interest in essential oils derived from medicinal plants. This study focuses on the extraction and characterization of essential oil from the leaves of Azadirachta indica (Neem tree), an underexplored yet pharmacologically significant plant component. Utilizing hydrodistillation with two solvents, ethanol and n-hexane, essential oils were extracted and subjected to physicochemical analyses, including density, refractive index, acid value, saponification number, and iodine value. The results revealed that ethanol was a more efficient solvent, yielding oil with a higher density (0.918 g/cm³), greater saponification value (89.16 g/cm³), and a significantly higher iodine value (8.69 g/cm³), indicating a higher concentration of unsaturated and polar compounds. In contrast, n-hexane extracted oil exhibited lower values in these parameters, reflecting its affinity for non-polar and more stable lipid components. The comparative analysis underscores the influence of solvent polarity on the quality and composition of neem essential oil. The findings suggest that ethanol extracted neem oil holds greater promise for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and antimicrobial applications due to its richer bioactive profile. This study provides a foundational step toward the standardization and industrial application of neem leaf essential oil, offering valuable insights into optimizing extraction techniques for enhanced quality and consistency....Preview Download Preview +Other Science Technology project topics and materials you might be interested in»Design and construction of cell phone charger»Sugar contents in three different soft drinks (Lacasera, Sprite, Schweppes)»Bacteriological qualities of food thickener deuterium microcarpum (ofor) and brachystegia eurcycoma (achi) sold in Owerri main market»Physiochemical assessment of soil samples from Nwambe Reserve Forest, Ndubia Igagu Izzi L.G.A, Ebonyi State.»Obstacle detection robot with ultrasonic sensor»Physico-chemical assessment of soil sample from Igbagu reserve forest in Ebonyi State»Antitrypanosomal activity of ethanol extract of Tridax Procumbent leaf and whole flower on T. Brucei infected rats (Invitro and Invivo)»Pharmacological activities of plant secondary metabolites»Qualitative production of biodiesel using neem seed oil»Fungi associated with the deterioration of in-can and painted walls of Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Uwana»The assessment of surface water quality in Otamiri river in Nekede, Owerri west, Imo state»A study on the effects of beer on the efficacy of antimalarial drug administered 1hour before beer consumption in albino rats»Theory and application of direct hydrocarbon indicators»Microbial load of some dehydrated foods with special reference to dried tomatoes and mushrooms»Production of potassium salt K2So4 from agricultural waste unripe plantain peels