Abstract
Thermally treated carbons derived from pomegranate rind were investigated to find the suitability of its application for the removal of nitrate in aqueous solution through adsorption process. Two types of activation namely thermal at 200, 300, and 400°C and boiling treatment (boiling at 150°C) were used for the production of the adsorbents. A control (untreated pomegranate rind (UPR)) was used to compare the adsorption capacity of the adsorbents produced from these processes. The results indicated that the thermally treated carbon derived at the temperature of 400°C showed maximum adsorption capacity in the aqueous solution of nitrate. Batch adsorption studies showed an equilibrium time of 6 h for the thermally treated carbon derived at 400°C. It was observed that the adsorption capacity was higher at lower pH (2–3) and higher value of initial concentration of nitrate (200 mg/L). The equilibrium data fitted better with the Freundlich adsorption isotherm compared to the Langmuir. Kinetic studies of nitrate adsorption onto adsorbents were also studied to evaluate the adsorption rate.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
