Abstract
For the first time, nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI)–multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) nanocomposites were adopted to remove Cr(VI) from wastewater. Such composites were prepared through depositing nZVI particles onto MWCNTs by in situ reduction of ferrous sulfate and then characterized by TEM, SEM and XRD. The results showed that nZVI particles could disperse on the surface or into the network of MWCNTs. Compared to bare nZVI or nZVI-activated carbon composites, the nZVI–MWCNT nanocomposites exhibited around 36% higher efficiency on Cr(VI) removal. The mass ratio of nZVI to MWCNTs was optimized at 1:2, at ionic strength of 0.05 M NaCl. The reaction followed a pseudo first-order model under different initial Cr(VI) concentrations and pHs. Low pH and initial Cr(VI) concentration could increase both removal efficiency and rate constants. Anions, such as SO 4 2 - , NO 3 - and HCO 3 - , exhibited negative effects on the removal of Cr(VI), while the effects of PO 4 3 - and SiO 3 2 - were insignificant. Overall, nZVI–MWCNT nanocomposites offer a promising alternative material for the removal of Cr(VI) ions from wastewater.
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