Journal of Pure & Applied Sciences

The Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences (JOPAS), ISSN: 2521-9200, is a prestigious publication of Sebha University. As an international, peer-reviewed, and multidisciplinary journal, JOPAS is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge by publishing original research papers, review articles, and short communications/letters in both Arabic and English. The journal typically releases two issues per year, encompassing a broad spectrum of scientific and engineering disciplines.

Since its inception in 1994, JOPAS has been a significant platform for disseminating scientific research. The journal is now expanding its reach by offering an online compendium that covers a diverse range of topics across various fields of science. These fields include, but are not limited to, Chemical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Computer Sciences, Economic Sciences, and Engineering Sciences.

Statistics from January to November 2024:

♦ Days to First Editorial Decision (Average)	26
Days to Accept	161
Days to Reject	61
♦ Acceptance rate	18%
♦ Rejection rate	82%
♦ Rejection rate break down:
Desk reject rate	63%
After review reject rate	19%

October 23, 2024

We are pleased to announce the release of the Arab Impact Factor report for October 2024. The Journal has shown a slight improvement in its impact factor compared to last year, rising from 0.79 to 0.81.

August 11, 2024

We would like to invite you to explore the articles published in our previous journal issue, Vol. 23 No. 1 (2024).

February 16, 2024

Are you passionate about advancing knowledge in your field? Do you have expertise in a specific area of research? If so, we invite you to become a valued member of our journal's reviewer community!

September 22, 2023

Sebha University Journal, a leading hub for academic research in Libya, has unveiled an engaging new theme to our platform

September 15, 2023

In solidarity with what happened in the flooding-stricken city of Derna, Libya, it is both our privilege and responsibility to shed light on a topic that was presciently warned about by one of our esteemed authors in our journal two years ago.

Current Issue

Vol. 23 No. 2 (2024)

We are excited to announce the launch of a new issue of our journal, dedicated to fostering innovative research and intellectual exchange across a multitude of scientific and academic disciplines. This issue provides an open forum for pioneering studies, reviews, and scholarly discussions that can address emerging challenges and contribute to the advancement of knowledge.

Published: 2024-06-27

Articles

Chemistry

Assessment of Heavy Metal Concentrations in Instant Noodles from Local Markets in Benghazi, Libya

Najat Elziani ⁽¹⁾, Reem Ben Ghazi ⁽²⁾, Maisson Yaghi ⁽³⁾
(1) Chemistry Department, Science Faculty, Benghazi University, Libya,

(2) Chemistry Department, Science Faculty, Benghazi University, Libya,

(3) Chemistry Department, Science Faculty, Benghazi University, Libya

149-153

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Chemical Engineering

Investigating the Adsorption Mechanism of Expired Esomeprazole as a Corrosion Inhibitor on Carbon Steel in Desalination Water

Ibrahim Bakari ⁽¹⁾, Mohammed Al Madani ⁽²⁾, Taha Abdullah ⁽³⁾, Abdussalam Gebril ⁽⁴⁾
(1) Department of Materials & Corrosion Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya,

(2) Department of Materials & Corrosion Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya,

(3) Department of Materials & Corrosion Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya,

(4) Department of Materials & Corrosion Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya

1-6

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Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering

Applying Precedence Rules in Executing Work for the Purpose of Balancing Assembly Lines Using Electronic Tables

Salem Elterik ⁽¹⁾, Omar Azouza ⁽²⁾, Madi Naser ⁽³⁾, Shaima Al-Usta ⁽⁴⁾
(1) Department of Industrial Engineering, College of Industrial Technology, Misurata, Libya,

(2) Department of Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing, Faculty of Engineering, Misurata University, Misurata, Libya,

(3) Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, School of Applied Sciences and Engineering, Academy for Postgraduate Studies, Janzour, Libya,

(4) Department of Industrial Engineering, College of Industrial Technology, Misurata, Libya

14-18

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Artificial Intelligence

Integrating ChatGPT in Education and Learning: A Case Study on Libyan Universities

Entisar Abolkasim ⁽¹⁾, Manal Hasan ⁽²⁾
(1) Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science, Gharyan University, Libya,

(2) Department of Statistics, Faculty of Science, Gharyan University, Libya

19-24

Abstract Views : 175

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Nutrition Zoology

The awareness of thyroid disorders and an iodine-rich diet among a sample of the population in some western cities of Libya

Thuraya Abuhlega ⁽¹⁾, Hanan Shtewi ⁽²⁾, Malak Alhammali ⁽³⁾, Narges Farhat ⁽⁴⁾, Fatima Algelani ⁽⁵⁾
(1) Food Science and Technology Department, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(2) Zoology Department, Faculty of Sciences, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(3) Zoology Department, Faculty of Sciences, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(4) Zoology Department, Faculty of Sciences, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(5) Zoology Department, Faculty of Sciences, University of Gharyan, Libya

25-33

Abstract Views : 198

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Nutrition

Study of the nutritional and health status of children with kidney failure and its impact on growth

Izdehar El Ogrban ⁽¹⁾, Amani Almadani ⁽²⁾
(1) Department of Home Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(2) Department of Home Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tripoli, Libya

34-39

Abstract Views : 113

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10.51984/jopas.v23i2.2538

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Basic Sciences

A Diagnostic Study of Storm Daniel's Meteorological and Environmental Characteristics in Derna, Eastern Libya, 2023

Haifa Ben Miloud ⁽¹⁾, Radwan Elmaremi ⁽²⁾
(1) Department of Atmospheric Science, Faculty of Science, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(2) Department of Atmospheric Science, Faculty of Science, University of Tripoli, Libya

40-43

Abstract Views : 131

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Chemistry Environmental Science

Health Risk Assessment of Metal Contamination in Four Green Leafy Vegetables from Various Open Markets in Benghazi

Nagwa Ahmida ⁽¹⁾, Mariam Busaadiaa ⁽²⁾, Najma Towier ⁽³⁾, Randa El-zwaey ⁽⁴⁾, Hawaa Elferjani ⁽⁵⁾, Reem Alzardomia ⁽⁶⁾, Mohemed Ahmida ⁽⁷⁾
(1) Environmental Health Department, Public Health Faculty, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(2) Environmental Health Department, Public Health Faculty, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(3) Environmental Health Department, Public Health Faculty, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(4) Environmental Health Department, Public Health Faculty, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(5) Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(6) Environmental Health Department, Public Health Faculty, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(7) Nutrition Department, Public Health Faculty, University of Benghazi, Libya

44-49

Abstract Views : 79

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Mathematics

Application of the Sumudu Variational Iteration Method with Atangana-Baleanu-Caputo Operator for Solving Fractional-Order Heat-Like Equations with Initial Conditions

Ahmad Mtawal ⁽¹⁾
(1) Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Education Almarj, Benghazi University, Libya

50-60

Abstract Views : 89

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Economics Accounting

The relationship between tax revenues and economic growth in Libya during the period (1990-2018)

Jummah Bileid ⁽¹⁾, Omar Sasi ⁽²⁾, Alsanusi Alzawam ⁽³⁾
(1) Faculty of Commerce and Political Science, Sebha University, Libya,

(2) Faculty of Commerce and Political Science, Sebha University, Libya,

(3) Faculty of Commerce and Political Science, Sebha University, Libya

61-68

Abstract Views : 63

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Basic Sciences

Effect of Irrigation with Magnetized Water and Foliar Spraying with Humic Acid on Seedling Growth of Squash Plant (Cucurbita pepo L.) Under Salinity Stress

Yousif Imryed ⁽¹⁾, Safia Ahmaida ⁽²⁾, Afya Bader ⁽³⁾
(1) Plant Production Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Benghazi University, Libya,

(2) Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Derna University, Libya,

(3) Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Tobruk University, Libya

69-73

Abstract Views : 83

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Economics

Labour Markets in Libya: Opportunities and Risks

Salih Any ⁽¹⁾, Neşe Yildiz ⁽²⁾
(1) Graduate Education Institute, Business Administration, Karabuk University, Turkey,

(2) Faculty of Business Administration, International Trade and Finance, Karabuk University, Turkey

74-82

Abstract Views : 216

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Botany

Physiological and Biochemical Effects of Intermittent Warming on 'Marmandi' Turning Tomato Fruits During Low-Temperature Storage

Mousa Abusasiyah ⁽¹⁾, Nadia Elmalki ⁽²⁾, Salma Abdurabbah ⁽³⁾
(1) Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, Sebha University , Libya,

(2) Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, University of Benghazi, Libya,

(3) Faculty of Arts and Sciences Al-Marj, University of Benghazi, Libya

83-87

Abstract Views : 60

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Renewable Energies

Design Of PV Plant to Improve a Voltage Profile Of 11 KV Grid in The South West of Libya

Mohamad Hossin ⁽¹⁾, Ibrahim Naser ⁽²⁾, Mohamed Hussin ⁽³⁾, Saleh Tajeldin ⁽⁴⁾
(1) Department of Renewable Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya,

(2) Department of Renewable Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya,

(3) Department of Renewable Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya,

(4) Department of Renewable Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Sebha University, Libya

88-94

Abstract Views : 54

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Zoology

The Effects of Ubiquinone on the Antioxidant System in Male Rats Exposed to Saccharin-Induced the Hepatic Toxicity

Barga Aboukhezam ⁽¹⁾, F. A. Ahmed ⁽²⁾
(1) Faculty of Science, Sebha University, Libya,

(2) Faculty of Science, Sebha University, Libya

95-99

Abstract Views : 36

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10.51984/jopas.v23i2.3157

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Engineering sciences

Improving The Performance of The Production Process Using Six Sigma Methodology. A Case Study at The Libyan Iron and Steel Company

Amera Dermish ⁽¹⁾, Omar Shaneb ⁽²⁾, Fathi Elamin ⁽³⁾, Ramadan Abugeddida ⁽⁴⁾
(1) The College of Industrial Technology, Misurata, Libya,

(2) The College of Industrial Technology, Misurata, Libya,

(3) Engineering Faculty, Misurata University, Misurata, Libya,

(4) Engineering Faculty, Misurata University, Misurata, Libya

100-112

Abstract Views : 39

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Zoology

Hydatidosis in Slaughtered Livestock in Al-Qubbah City –Libya

Wafaa Saleh ⁽¹⁾, mabrouka mahmud elmahjoob ⁽²⁾
(1) Zoology Department, Faculity of Sciences.Al-Qubbah, University of Derna, Libya,

(2) Zoology Department, Faculity of Sciences.Al-Qubbah, University of Derna, Libya

113-119

Abstract Views : 118

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Nutrition

Investigating The Types of Food Additives Used in Some Children’s ‎Favorite Food Products

Naji Aborous ⁽¹⁾, Ibrahim Emhem ⁽²⁾, Asma Al Makrof ⁽³⁾
(1) Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medical Technology, Nalut University, Libya,

(2) Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tripoli, Libya,

(3) Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medical Technology, Nalut University, Libya

120-130

Abstract Views : 56

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10.51984/jopas.v23i2.3116

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Chemical Engineering

Evaluation of the Domino Effect Caused by Pool Fires in a Tank Farm

Ibrahim Shaluf ⁽¹⁾, Nuha Krir ⁽²⁾, Salem Sakal ⁽³⁾
(1) Chemical Engineering Department, University of Sabratha, Libya,

(2) Chemical Engineering Department, University of Sabratha, Libya,

(3) Chemical Engineering Department, University of Sabratha, Libya

131-136

Abstract Views : 21

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10.51984/jopas.v23i2.2998

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Basic Sciences

A Survey and Identification of Plant Parasitic Nematodes Associated with Grapevine (Vitis Vinifera L.) in The Regions East of Wadi Al-Ajal (Ubari) Southern Libya

Sulaiman Fadel ⁽¹⁾, Abu Baker Masoud ⁽²⁾, Al Mahdi Al-Taraqi ⁽³⁾, Muhammad Ateeq ⁽⁴⁾
(1) Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Sebha University, Libya,

(2) Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Sebha University, Libya,

(3) Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Sebha University, Libya,

(4) Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Sebha University, Libya

137-143

Abstract Views : 18

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Microbiology Zoology

Prevalence and Etiology of Otomycosis in West Libya

Ali Elarabi ⁽¹⁾, Adel Jama ⁽²⁾, Monira AL-Gorag ⁽³⁾, Laila Gewili ⁽⁴⁾, Maha Farid ⁽⁵⁾
(1) Departmen of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alzintan University, Libya,

(2) Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Alzintan University, Libya,

(3) Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Alzintan University, Libya,

(4) National Research Center for Tropical and Transboundary Diseases (NRCTTD), Libya,

(5) Department of Forensic Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Helwan University, Egypt

144-148

Abstract Views : 31

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Review Paper

Environmental Science Artificial Intelligence

Reference Evapotranspiration Estimation Using Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System at Shahat in Libya

Mohamed Momen ⁽¹⁾, Osama Abdelatty ⁽²⁾
(1) Soil and Water Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Omar Almokhtar University, Elbida, Libya,

(2) Soil and Water Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Omar Almokhtar University, Elbida, Libya

7-13

Abstract Views : 92

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Articles

Assessment of Heavy Metal Concentrations in Instant Noodles from Local Markets in Benghazi, Libya

Investigating the Adsorption Mechanism of Expired Esomeprazole as a Corrosion Inhibitor on Carbon Steel in Desalination Water

Applying Precedence Rules in Executing Work for the Purpose of Balancing Assembly Lines Using Electronic Tables

Integrating ChatGPT in Education and Learning: A Case Study on Libyan Universities

The awareness of thyroid disorders and an iodine-rich diet among a sample of the population in some western cities of Libya

Study of the nutritional and health status of children with kidney failure and its impact on growth

A Diagnostic Study of Storm Daniel's Meteorological and Environmental Characteristics in Derna, Eastern Libya, 2023

Health Risk Assessment of Metal Contamination in Four Green Leafy Vegetables from Various Open Markets in Benghazi

Application of the Sumudu Variational Iteration Method with Atangana-Baleanu-Caputo Operator for Solving Fractional-Order Heat-Like Equations with Initial Conditions

The relationship between tax revenues and economic growth in Libya during the period (1990-2018)

Effect of Irrigation with Magnetized Water and Foliar Spraying with Humic Acid on Seedling Growth of Squash Plant (Cucurbita pepo L.) Under Salinity Stress

Labour Markets in Libya: Opportunities and Risks

Physiological and Biochemical Effects of Intermittent Warming on 'Marmandi' Turning Tomato Fruits During Low-Temperature Storage

Design Of PV Plant to Improve a Voltage Profile Of 11 KV Grid in The South West of Libya

The Effects of Ubiquinone on the Antioxidant System in Male Rats Exposed to Saccharin-Induced the Hepatic Toxicity

Improving The Performance of The Production Process Using Six Sigma Methodology. A Case Study at The Libyan Iron and Steel Company

Hydatidosis in Slaughtered Livestock in Al-Qubbah City –Libya

Investigating The Types of Food Additives Used in Some Children’s ‎Favorite Food Products

Evaluation of the Domino Effect Caused by Pool Fires in a Tank Farm

A Survey and Identification of Plant Parasitic Nematodes Associated with Grapevine (Vitis Vinifera L.) in The Regions East of Wadi Al-Ajal (Ubari) Southern Libya

Prevalence and Etiology of Otomycosis in West Libya

Review Paper

Reference Evapotranspiration Estimation Using Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System at Shahat in Libya

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