Abstract
The sorption of lead ions (Pb+2) from aqueous solutions using commercial kaolin (KC) was investigated. The effects of various factors such as dosage, different pH media, different concentration, and temperature on the adsorption process were investigated. The Langmuir model was determined to fit the Pb+2sorption model on KC. Langmuir model parameters qm, KL, and R2, were found to be 31.2, 0.0014, and 0.9908 mg.g-1 respectively. The qmax of the Pb+2 on KC was 31.2 mg.g-1 at pH 5.7, 500 mg of KC, and 25?C. Free energy (?G), enthalpy (?H), and entropy (?S) were calculated to understand the nature of the sorption process. Negative ?G, negative ?H, and positive ?S were found to indicate the adsorption process is non-spontaneous, exothermic, and random, respectively. A pseudo-second-order (PSO) model was followed for the adsorption process. The percentage extractions (%ER) found ranged from 102.5- 90.8 % for stimulation mineral water and tap water samples. This research provides valuable insights for the development of efficient and sustainable methods for water treatment and environmental remediation.
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