Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes Dosage Research Articles

Modified multi-walled carbon nanotubes assisted foam fractionation for effective removal of acid orange 7 from the dyestuff wastewater

In this study, multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) had been used to strengthen the removal of acid orange 7 (AO7) from the dyestuff wastewater by using foam fractionation. First, the surface modification of MWCNTs was performed by introducing hypochlorite groups (-OCl). The modified MWCNTs were characterized by using SEM, XRD, FTIR and Raman spectroscopy. Subsequently, the potential of modified MWCNTs as a novel collector for AO7 adsorption was examined. The adsorption conditions of modified MWCNTs towards AO7 were optimized by using response surface methodology (RSM) with a central composite design (CCD). The adsorption capacity of modified MWCNTs towards AO7 could reach 47.72 ± 0.79 mg·g−1 under the optimum conditions. The kinetics and the equilibrium adsorption data were analyzed by using different kinetic and isotherm models. According to the regression results, adsorption kinetics data were well described by pseudo-second order model, whereas adsorption isotherm data were best represented by Langmuir isotherm model. Finally, foam fractionation was performed with a batch mode. Under the suitable conditions of loading liquid volume 300 mL, modified MWCNTs dosage 180 mg, cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) concentration 50 mg·L−1, AO7 concentration 30 mg·L−1, pore diameter of gas distributor 0.125 mm and air flow rate 100 mL·min−1, the removal percentage and enrichment ratio of AO7 were 91.23% and 6.17, respectively. The decolourization ratio of solution after foam fractionation was found to be 98.66%.

Dyes removal by use carbon nanotube and carbon nanotube functional group.

Batch experiments were accomplished to remove methylene blue as a cationic dye onto multi wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) and carbon Nano tube functional group (fMWCNTs). The results of predominant variables governing the efficiency of the manner which include, dye concentration, MWCNTs dosage, contact time, stirring speed and pH have been studied. Experimental effects have shown that, the quantity of dye adsorption elevated with elevating CNTs dosage and stirring velocity. in addition to its far lower with decreasing of the initial concentration of the dye. The dye elimination using 400 mg /L of MWCNTs changed into extra than 98%. The dosage (400 mg /L) is the optimum dosage of functionalized CNTs (fMWCNTs). to remove of methylene blue with removal more than 98%. The adsorption kinetic information was analysed the use of pseudo-2nd-order models. It has become determined that the pseudo-2d-order kinetic version became the most suitable version, describing the adsorption kinetics. Adsorption isotherm onto the (fMWCNTs) has become determined with 40 mg /L as methylene blue concentration. Equilibrium time turned into 80 min. Equilibrium statistics had been suited for the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models and isotherm constants have been determined.

Void characteristics and mechanical strength of cementitious mortars containing multi-walled carbon nanotubes

In this paper, the relationship between mechanical strength and void characteristics including porosity, the mean area of voids (MAV), and circularity was determined for the first time by analyzing the petrographic images of some cement mortars containing multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). The results showed that the compressive, tensile, and flexural strength for specimens containing 0.1% MWCNTs (optimum dosage of MWCNT) were 21, 12.5, and 9.5% more than that of the control samples, respectively. Also, it was shown that the application of MWCNTs can change the shape and the amount of voids, thereby imposing a significant impact on the mortar behavior. For the optimum dosage of MWCNTs, the porosity and MAV decreased about 63 and 71%, respectively, while the circularity enhanced 23% in comparison with the ordinary mortar samples. The void shape is one of the reasons for the enhanced properties of the MWCNT mortars. The image processing of the petrographic specimens and probability theorization revealed that the circularity of the voids had a significant impact on the flexural strength of the mortars, while the compressive strength was mostly affected by only the amount of porosity.

Electrical properties of cement-based composites with highly dispersed carbon nanotubes

In this paper, the effects of dispersion of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the electrical properties of cement-based composites were systematically investigated. Six different types of surfactants were selected to disperse MWCNTs in cement by sonication, and the effect of ionic nature of surfactants on the electrical resistivity of cement-based composites was investigated. Additionally, experiments were carried out to investigate the effect of dosage of MWCNTs on the piezoresistivity of cement composite under cyclic compressive loading. The results show that the ionic nature of the surfactant influence the electrical resistivity of cement-based composites obviously. Furthermore, adding MWCNTs into cement-based composites is justified to improve their conductivity and the repeatability of piezoresistivity.

Adsorptive removal of cobalt(II) from aqueous solutions using multi-walled carbon nanotubes and γ-alumina as novel adsorbents: Modelling and optimization based on response surface methodology and artificial neural network

The efficiency of new and nano-scale adsorbents including multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) and γ-alumina in the removal of cobalt(II) from aqueous solutions was experimentally evaluated in a batch-system reactor. To the best of our knowledge, no previous study has specifically attempted to introduce a hybrid strategy based on artificial neural network and genetic algorithm techniques for modelling and optimizing adsorptive removal of cobalt(II) from aqueous solutions via the proposed nanoparticles. The analyses of SEM, TEM, and FTIR were used to characterize both adsorbents. The response surface methodology (RSM) approach suggested a second-order polynomial model with a p-value < 0.0001 and R2 of 0.9980 for MWCNTs adsorbent and a p-value < 0.0001 and R2 of 0.9992 for γ-alumina adsorbent. The artificial neural network (ANN) approach suggested a three-layered feed-forward backpropagation model with R2 of 0.9794 for MWCNTs adsorbent and R2 of 0.9823 for γ-alumina adsorbent. The results linked to optimization by RSM showed that the maximum cobalt(II) removal efficiency of about 90% was achieved in the case of the MWCNTs adsorbent under the conditions of pH = 10, contact time = 38.6 min, MWCNTs dosage = 1.57 mg/L, and initial cobalt(II) concentration = 56.57 mg/L. About 93% of cobalt(II) removal could be obtained in the case of γ-alumina adsorbent under the conditions of pH = 10, contact time = 35.5 min, γ-alumina dosage = 1.63 g/L, and initial cobalt(II) concentration = 52.15 mg/L. The optimization values using the genetic algorithm (GA) technique were almost the same as those obtained from the RSM method. The kinetic model of Ho and McKay's pseudo-second order (PSO) and the isotherm model of Dubinin–Radushkevich were found to be the best-fitted to the experimental for both MWCNTs and γ-alumina. In addition, the maximum monolayer adsorption capacity of MWCNTs and γ-alumina adsorbents for the adsorption of cobalt(II) was 78.94 mg/g and 75.78 mg/g, respectively. Also, a thermodynamic study exhibited a favorable and spontaneous adsorption process for both materials. The present study clearly concluded that the proposed adsorbents could be effectively used for the removal of cobalt(II) from aqueous solutions at lower adsorbent dose and shorter contact times than various adsorbents reported in literature.

The Effect of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes-Additive in Physicochemical Property of Rice Brand Methyl Ester: Optimization Analysis

Biodiesel as an alternative to diesel fuel produced from vegetable oils or animal fats has attracted more and more attention because it is renewable and environmentally friendly. Compared to conventional diesel fuel, biodiesel has slightly lower performance in engine combustion due to the lower calorific value that leads to lower power generated. This study investigates the effect of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) as an additive to the rice bran methyl ester (RBME). Artificial neural network (ANN) and response surface methodology (RSM) was used for predicting the calorific value. The interaction effects of parameters such as dosage of MWCNTs, size of MWCNTs and reaction time on the calorific value of RBME were studied. Comparison of RSM and ANN performance was evaluated based on the correlation coefficient (R2), the root mean square error (RMSE), the mean absolute percentage error (MAPE), and the average absolute deviation (AAD) showed that the ANN model had better performance (R2 = 0.9808, RMSE = 0.0164, MAPE = 0.0017, AAD = 0.173) compare to RSM (R2 = 0.9746, RMSE = 0.0170, MAPE = 0.0028, AAD = 0.279). The optimum predicted of RBME calorific value that is generated using the cuckoo search (CS) via lévy flight optimization algorithm is 41.78 (MJ/kg). The optimum value was obtained using 64 ppm of &lt; 7 nm MWCNTs blending for 60 min. The predicted calorific value was validated experimentally as 41.05 MJ/kg. Furthermore, the experimental results have shown that the addition of MWCNTs was significantly increased the calorific value from 36.87 MJ/kg to 41.05 MJ/kg (11.6%). Also, the addition of MWCNTs decreased flashpoint (−18.3%) and acid value (−0.52%). As a conclusion, adding MWCNTs as an additive had improved the physicochemical properties characteristics of RBME. To our best knowledge, no research has yet been performed on the effect of multi-walled carbon nanotubes-additive in physicochemical property of rice brand methyl ester application so far.

Mechanical and Self-Sensing Properties of Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube-Reinforced ECCs

This paper investigates the effect of type and dosage of multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the mechanical and self-sensing properties of engineered cementitious composites (ECCs). Two types of MWCNTs (MWCNTa and MWCNTb) were employed. The tensile and flexural strengths of CNT-reinforced ECCs were improved compared with normal ECCs, while the ultimate tensile strain and midspan deflection were reduced. Compared with the dosage of MWCNTs, the type had less effect on these properties. The percolation threshold was around 0.3 wt.%. ECCs containing MWCNTs had good self-sensing ability under different loading conditions. When the midspan deflection increased from 0.1 to 0.6 mm, the fractional change in resistivity reached 9%. The dosage of MWCNTs had a significant effect on the self-sensing ability. As the MWCNT content increased, the amplitude of fractional change in resistivity decreased.

Multiwall carbon nanotube promising route for removal of chromium from wastewater via batch column mechanism

Water pollution regarding heavy metals issue keep lingering our days from time to time, and some problems even left unattended. The most crucial cause of this pollution is the industrial waste, especially waste water that had been released into the drainage system without being treated first. This activity had been done illegally and left a huge impact towards the environment also human. In this study multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) are promising route for removal of chromium was investigated. Results revealed that the optimum conditions for highest removal (99.97%) of chromium are pH7,0.04g of MWCNTs dosage, and flowrate of 20.83 mL/s. Based on adsorption isotherm for this experiment, the amount of chromium adsorbed, qm calculated was 50.51 mg of chromium/gram of MWCNTs. From the results obtained, it had been proved that MWCNTs can be used as an effective adsorbent in chromium removal from aqueous solution due to high adsorption capacity.

The effect of curing period on the residual strength of Portland cement mortar containing MWCNTs at elevated temperature

In this paper, the effect of curing period on the residual strength of Portland cement mortars containing multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) after 7 and 28 days of wet curing at target temperatures of 20, 200, 400, 600, and 800 °C was investigated. For this purpose, MWCNTs were added at ratios of 0.05, 0.1, and 0.15 wt% of Portland cement. After exposure to elevated temperatures the compressive strength and mass loss were determined and petrographic analysis and X-ray diffraction (XRD) were conducted to analysis the microstructures of the specimens. The results showed that 28-day cured mortar specimens containing MWCNTs had better performance and higher residual strength than that of the ordinary mortars at ambient and high temperatures. The residual strength of 28-day cured mortar specimens containing 0.1 wt% MWCNTs (optimum dosage of MWCNTs) were 9.4, 12.5, 8.5, and 1.5% more than 7-day cured mortar specimens at temperatures of 200, 400, 600, and 800 °C, respectively. Petrography image analysis also indicated that the interfacial transition zone in 7-day cured mortar specimens displayed more deterioration (wider and irregular shape) than 28-day cured mortar specimens at elevated temperature.

Beneficial Role of MWCNTs and SNP on Growth, Physiological and Photosynthesis Performance of Barley under NaCl Stress

MWCNTs (Multi-walled carbon nanotubes), as an important nanomaterial, enters the soil through various anthropogenic sources. Our understanding of MWCNTs effects on plant growth is still not complete and needs to be more studied. In this study, the possible effects of MWCNTs (500, 1000 and 2000 mg kg-1) and 100 μM exogenous sodium nitroprusside (SNP, as NO donor) on growth, physiological and photosynthetic performance of barley plants under 100 and 200 mM NaCl stress were investigated in greenhouse conditions. The most of physiological and photosynthesis characteristics of barley seedling negatively impressed when the plants were grown in different concentrations of NaCl. In the presence of SNP, 500 mg kg-1 dosage of MWCNTs significantly enhanced relative water content (RWC), chlorophyll content, photosynthesis parameters and growth indices. Also, MWCNTs-treated plants combined with 100 μM SNP showed higher antioxidant enzyme activities such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), ascorbate peroxidase (APX) and lower malonyldialdehyde (MDA) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) content under salinity stress. It is suggested that, MWCNTs in presence of SNP can greatly improve growth, as well as salt tolerance of barley plant by promoting water uptake, activities of antioxidant enzymes and photosynthesis performance.

Constructing a double-percolated conductive network in a carbon nanotube/polymer-based flexible semiconducting composite

Conductive polymer composites featuring double-percolated network structures have attracted widespread interest. Constructing such a structure and controlling the trans-phase migration of the conductive filler remain the main challenges for the application of these conductive polymer composites. In this study, we report a novel two-step “in situ microfibrillation” and “microfiber coalescence” strategy that includes melt-drawing and a compressive annealing process to achieve a stable, double-percolated network of a polybutene-1 (PB-1)/polystyrene (PS)/multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) ternary system. Triggered by the compressive annealing treatment, inter-fiber coalescence led to the formation of an interconnected network, resulting in excellent conductive performance (volume resistivity down to 4.6 × 103 Ω·cm) with a MWCNT dosage as low as 1 wt%. Surface energy calculations and experimental evidence both indicated that the selective distribution of the MWCNTs in the PS phase resulted from the preferential surface wetting behavior and π-π interactions between the MWCNTs and PS, which also immobilized the MWCNTs, even at elevated temperatures. This work established a facile and scalable technology for constructing double-percolated structures in multiphase systems, thus providing access to intriguing functionalities and applications.

Multi-walled carbon nanotubes facilitated the removal of tetrabromobisphenol a mediated by horseradish peroxidase

In this study, we systematically investigated the effect of multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the removal of tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA) mediated by horseradish peroxidase (HRP) at varying important conditions. The results suggested that the presence of MWCNTs significantly enhanced the removal of TBBPA mediated by HRP and the reaction rate constant was linear with the MWCNTs dosage. The enhancement of MWCNTs on the HRP-mediated reaction was attributed to two facts, one is that MWCNTs protected HRP from inactivation, the other is that the presence of MWCNTs made the homogeneous reaction of TBBPA be heterogeneous reaction by adsorbing TBBPA on its surface. Moreover, the influence of MWCNTs on TBBPA products distribution was further elucidated. We found that the species of reaction product had no difference between the HRP-mediated systems with and without the presence of MWCNTs. However, the presence of MWCNTs significantly decreased the yields of each product. These results give insight into the role of MWCNTs in HRP-mediated TBBPA reactions and provide theoretical foundation for potential development of novel enzymatic methods to control TBBPA contamination.MWCNTs enhanced the removal of TBBPA mediated by HRP/H2O2, because it protected HRP from inactivation and adsorbed TBBPA on its surface to form a heterogeneous reaction process.

Effects of aspect ratio of multi-walled carbon nanotubes on coal washery waste water treatment

The dependency of adsorption behaviour on the aspect ratio of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) has been explored. In this study, effect of growth temperature on yield and aspect ratio of MWCNTs by catalytic chemical vapour deposition (CCVD) method is reported. The result revealed that yield and aspect ratio of synthesised MWCNTs strongly depend on the growth temperature during CCVD operation. The resulting MWCNTs were characterized by High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscope (HRTEM), Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques to determine it diameter, hydrodynamic diameter and crystallinity respectively. Aspect ratio and length of the grown MWCNTs were determined from the HRTEM images with the hydrodynamic diameter using the modified Navier-Stokes and Stokes-Einstein equations. The effect of the prepared MWCNTs dosage were investigated on the Turbidity, Iron (Fe) and Lead (Pb) removal efficiency of coal washery effluent. The MWCNTs with higher length (58.17 μm) and diameter (71 nm) tend to show high turbidity and Fe removal, while MWCNTs with lower length (38.87 μm) and diameter (45 nm) tend to show high removal of Pb. Hence, the growth temperature during CCVD operation shows a great effluence on the aspect ratio of MWCNTs which determines it area of applications.

Carbon nanotube reinforced alkali-activated slag mortars

The paper reports on a study of the effect of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) when used as dispersed reinforcement on the fracture properties and microstructure of alkali-activated slag mortars. The amount of MWCNTs added varied in the range of 0.05–1.0% of the mass of slag. Mechanical and fracture properties were determined using fracture tests carried out on 40×40×160mm specimens with a central notch. The observed parameters were compressive strength, modulus of elasticity, effective fracture toughness and specific fracture energy. Specimen response during fracture tests was also monitored by means of acoustic emission, and this method was also used for the determination of cracking tendency due to autogenous and drying shrinkage occurring during the hardening process. It is shown that the addition of up to 0.2% of MWCNTs improves the fracture properties of alkali-activated slag. Although a higher dosage of MWCNTs reduced the number of microcracks observed by acoustic emission, the mechanical properties of the slag deteriorated due to the less effective dispersion of the MWCNTs and the formation of bundles.

Rapid adsorption of toxic Pb(II) ions from aqueous solution using multiwall carbon nanotubes synthesized by microwave chemical vapor deposition technique

Multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were synthesized using a tubular microwave chemical vapor deposition technique, using acetylene and hydrogen as the precursor gases and ferrocene as catalyst. The novel MWCNT samples were tested for their performance in terms of Pb(II) binding. The synthesized MWCNT samples were characterized using Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR), Brunauer, Emmett and Teller (BET), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) analysis, and the adsorption of Pb(II) was studied as a function of pH, initial Pb(II) concentration, MWCNT dosage, agitation speed, and adsorption time, and process parameters were optimized. The adsorption data followed both Freundlich and Langmuir isotherms. On the basis of the Langmuir model, Qmax was calculated to be 104.2mg/g for the microwave-synthesized MWCNTs. In order to investigate the dynamic behavior of MWCNTs as an adsorbent, the kinetic data were modeled using pseudo first-order and pseudo second-order equations. Different thermodynamic parameters, viz., ∆H0, ∆S0 and ∆G0 were evaluated and it was found that the adsorption was feasible, spontaneous and endothermic in nature. The statistical analysis revealed that the optimum conditions for the highest removal (99.9%) of Pb(II) are at pH5, MWCNT dosage 0.1g, agitation speed 160r/min and time of 22.5min with the initial concentration of 10mg/L. Our results proved that microwave-synthesized MWCNTs can be used as an effective Pb(II) adsorbent due to their high adsorption capacity as well as the short adsorption time needed to achieve equilibrium.

Microwave-assisted synthesis of multi-walled carbon nanotubes for enhanced removal of Zn(II) from wastewater

Removal of toxic metals is one of the biggest challenges in ensuring safe water for all as well as protecting the environment. Novel multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MCNTs) have been successfully synthesised by microwave techniques and improved to be an outstanding adsorbent for the removal of Zn(II) from wastewater. The adsorption of Zn(II) was studied and optimized as a function of pH, initial Zn(II) concentration, MCNT dosage, agitation speed, and adsorption time. In order to investigate the dynamic behavior of MCNTs as an adsorbent, the kinetic data were modeled using pseudo-first-order and second-order kinetic models. Different thermodynamic parameters, viz., ∆H°, ∆S° and ∆G° have also been evaluated and it has been found that the adsorption was feasible, spontaneous and endothermic in nature. Statistical analysis reveals that the optimum conditions for the highest removal (99.9 %) of Zn(II) are at pH 10, a MCNT dosage 0.05 g, an agitation speed and time of 160 rpm and 60 min, respectively, with an initial concentration of 10 mg/L. On the basis of the Langmuir model, q m was calculated to be 90.9 mg/g for microwave-synthesized MCNTs. Our results proved that MCNTs can be used as an effective Zn(II) adsorbent due to their high adsorption capacity as well as the short adsorption time needed to achieve equilibrium. Hence, MCNTs serve an important role in the removal of heavy metals from wastewater.

Adsorption study of Cr(III), Ni(II) and Zn(II) ions onto the multi-walledcarbon nanotubes

Nowadays our environment has faced soil and air pollution that they are life-threatening for us. One of the effective ways for cleaning up contaminants is adsorption by nano structure particles. Particularly carbon nanotubes with high adsorption capacity are under observation. In this investigation, multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) were used for removal of Cr(III), Ni(II) and Zn(II) ions from aqueous solution. The contributions of adsorption parameters, such as the contact time, pH, MWCNT dosage and initial metal ion concentration were studied and optimized. Subsequently, Langmuir, Freudlich and Temkin adsorption isotherms were used to explain the experimental data. Freudlich model is more appropriate to describe the adsorption characteristics of chrome and zinc ions while, Temkin model shows the best agreement for nickel ions.

Novel microwave-assisted multiwall carbon nanotubes enhancing Cu (II) adsorption capacity in water

Microwave induced multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) synthesized use a tubular microwave chemical vapor deposition technique, using acetylene and hydrogen as the precursor gases, and ferrocene as the catalyst. The novel MWCNT samples tested for performances in terms of Cu (II) binding were synthesized and characterized using BET,HRTEM,FESEM analysis and using this sample adsorption of Cu (II) they were studied as a function of pH, initial Cu (II) concentration, MWCNTs dosage, agitation speed, and adsorption time. The effect of process parameters for the adsorption of Cu (II) such as pH, MWCNTs dosage, agitation speed, and adsorption time was optimized. The adsorption data followed both Freundlich and Langmuir isotherms. On the basis of the Langmuir model, qm was calculated to be 99 mg/g for microwave-synthesized MWCNTs. In order to investigate the dynamic behavior of MWCNTs as an adsorbent, the kinetic data were modelled using the pseudo-second-order and second-order. Different thermodynamic parameters, viz., ∆H°, ∆S° and ∆G° have also been evaluated and it has been found that the adsorption was feasible, spontaneous and endothermic in nature. The statistical analysis reveals that the optimum conditions for the highest removal (99.9%) of Cu (II) are at pH 5.5, MWCNTs dosage 0.1 g, contact time 35 min and agitation speed of 160 rpm. Our results prove that microwave-assisted MWCNTs can be used as an effective Cu (II) adsorbent due to the high adsorption capacity as well as the short adsorption time needed to achieve an equilibrium.

Microwave assisted multiwall carbon nanotubes enhancing Cd(II) adsorption capacity in aqueous media

Novel multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) have been successfully synthesized using tubular microwave chemical vapour deposition technique and proved to be an outstanding adsorbent for the removal of Cd(II) from aqueous solution. The effect of process parameters such as pH, MWCNTs dosage, agitation speed and time were investigated. The maximum adsorption capacities of Cd(II) were found to be 88.62mg/g and a statistical analysis reveals that the optimum conditions for the highest removal (98%) of Cd(II) are at pH 5, MWCNTs dosage 0.1g, agitation speed and time of 160rpm and 50min, respectively with the initial concentration of 10mg/L. The Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models match the experimental data very well and adsorption kinetic obeyed pseudo-second order. Our results proved that MWCNTs can be used as an effective Cd(II) adsorbent due to the high adsorption capacity as well as the short adsorption time needed to achieve equilibrium.

Adsorption of Bismarck Brown R Dye Onto Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes

In this work, Multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were used in the adsorptive removal of Bismarck Brown R (BBR) dye from an aqueous solution. The effects of contact time, MWCNT dosage, dye concentration, pH and temperature on adsorption of BBR dye by MWCNTs were investigated. The adsorption study was analyzed kinetically, and the results revealed that the adsorption followed pseudo-second order kinetics with good correlation coefficients. The equilibrium adsorption data was analyzed using three common adsorption models: Langmuir, Freundlich and Temkin. Gibbs free energy change values showed that the adsorptions of BBR dye on MWCNTs is spontaneous. The results also indicate that the adsorption is physisorption.