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Hydrodynamic processes, transport and flux of sediments in the mw ache creek mangrove wetland in Kenya
(Department of Geography, 2002)This study was conducted in Mwache creek mangrove wetland (ca. 17 km2) situated within the Port-Reitz Ria in Mombasa District, Kenya. The aim of the study was to examine sediment and tidal water transport and exchange ... -
Hydrodynamic Stability of Taylor-Couette Flow
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The stability of Couette flow between two cylinders with the outer one stationary and the inner one rotating and also moving with a constant axial velocity is investigated. Both axisymmetric and non-axisymmetric disturbances ... -
The hydrogeochemistry and water quality of Timboroa-Ainabkoi area
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1990) -
Hydrogeochemistry of groundwater in Nairobi area
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 2003)The results of hydrogeochemical analysis of Nairobi borehole waters are presented. Seventy-eight boreholes, and two shallow-wells were sampled in this study, and seventeen physico-chemical parameters were determined. Using ... -
The hydrogeochemistry of the Ndavaya-Mrima area Coast Province Kenya
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 1994)The study involved hydrochemicql determination. occurrence and distribution analysis in a 554J.::.m~area between Ndavaya and Mrirna Hill in the Coast Province of Kenya bounded within the latitudes -+0,14'S; ..J.D:io's ... -
Hydrogeological study of the area north of menengai crater using electrical Resistivity survey
(Faculty of science department of geology university of Nairobi, 2006)An integrated study involving geophysical, geological and hydrogeological investigation was undertaken to determine groundwater potential in the areas north of Menengai Crater. Rocks exposed in the study area represent ... -
A hydrogeological study of the Njoro area
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 1993)Population increase, change in agricultural practice and inadequacy of water resources have prompted an evaluation of groundwater in the Njoro area. The study area has an extent of about 100 square kilometers in Njoro ... -
Hydrogeology of lake nakuru drainage basin using electrical resistivity survey.
(Department of Geography, University of Nairobi, 2000)The Lake Nakuru Drainage Basin is underlain by volcanic and volcano-sedimentary rocks of PliocenePleistocene-Recent Periods. These rock types are common water bearing formations, especially the weathered,fractured or ... -
The Hydrogeology of the Athi Basin
(University of Nairobi, 1983) -
Hydrogeology of the Nakuru-Elementeita-Naivasha watershed (Kenyan Rift)
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 2007)The study area is located between longitudes 35° 52' to 36° 40' E and latitudes 0°10'to 0°50' S. It is found within Nakuru district, and has area coverage of about 10100sq.km. The Nakuru- Elmenteita-Naivasha area is ... -
Hydrologic and crop response to tillage under semi-arid conditions in Kenya
(Department of Agricultural Engineering, University of Nairobi, 2000)Effects of the rainfall variability on soil moisture (SM) over crop growth periods is a prerequisite for assessing and developing better soil moisture conservation practices in semi-arid areas. It was therefore necessary ... -
The hydrological characteristics of the arid and semi-arid parts of Kenya
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 1993)The purpose of the study was to investigate the hydrological characteristics of the arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) of Kenya with a view of establishing the water resources potential of ephemeral streams in providing ... -
The hydrological effects of logging in the East Usambara Forest
(Geospatial and Space Technology, University of Nairobi, 1991) -
Hydrological information for Dam site selection by Integrating Geographic Information System (GIS) and Analytical Hierarchical Process (AHP)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Over time, dams have provided substantial amount of benefits to mankind for they constitute an effective and sensible method if constructed on a suitable site, for sustainable growthand managingof groundwater ... -
Hydrological Modeling for Flood Risk Analysis in Mathare, Kamukunji and Makadara Sub-counties in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The objective of this study is to utilize Geographic Information System (GIS)-based hydrological model with remote sensing to analyze the risk of floods in the residential areas of Mathare, Kamukunji and Makadara sub-counties ... -
Hydrological modeling of Rainfall-runoff for Nyando River basin
(2010)River flooding has been associated with severe social and economic problems throughout the world. While deaths from most natural disasters have declined over the past two decades, loss of lives and property from flooding ... -
Hydrological Modelling of Impact of Small Reservoirs in Upper Ewaso Ng’iro River on Downstream Flow: Case Study of Nanyuki River
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The Nanyuki River originates from west of Mount Kenya and flows through the county of Laikipia, where perennial water scarcity problems lead to socioeconomic and ecological issues. Upstream of the basin, river waters are ... -
Hydrological Response to Land Use and Land Cover Changes in the Nyando River Basin
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Hydrophilic flavonoid components of leaves and flower heads of polygonum senegalense and the larvicidal and antifeedant activities of its hydrophobic principles
(University of NairobiFaculty of Science. University of Nairobi, 1991)Polygonum senegalense is a highland weed in eastern region of the African continent. Two forms are known to exist: forma senegalense and forma albomentosum. Both these forms are found in Kenya and are known to contain ... -
The hydropower cost of irrigation development and fisheries enhancement in the Columbia river basin
(University of NairobiDepartment of Agricultural Economics, 1980)Competition for water in the Columbia River Basin is increasing. It is becoming more difficult to satisfy all desired instream and out-of-stream uses of water in the Pacific Northwest. All available water is ...