Natural Coagulant Research Articles

Effectiveness of natural herbs on sewage and treated municipal wastewater: A comparative study

Improperly handled sewage is the main cause of water pollution. Nearly 62% of wastewater in urban India remains untreated or partially treated, which further gets disposed of in the natural water bodies. The usual treatment methods include the activated sludge process, oxidation ponds, aerated lagoons, and trickling filters. These methods need spacious areas, a lot of energy and time, which drives up the cost of the treatment. The expense of the treatment process can be decreased by using natural coagulants. The indigenous medical system uses plants, which are abundant in secondary metabolites, to treat a variety of illnesses. The purpose of this study was to comprehend how these indigenous plants can be utilized for treating sewage water, as a low-cost accessible method that can be used by citizens to get access to clean drinking water. Material & Methods: A quick and low-cost method was created to investigate the efficacy of Moringa oleifera (Moringa), Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi), and Azadirachta indica (Neem) in the treatment of sewage water. This herb treated water was then compared to municipal treated water from the Ghatkopar Wastewater treatment facility, managed by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM), Mumbai, India. All the herb-based components were bought from regional markets, and water samples from a lagoon found in the nearby Ghatkopar lagoon in Mumbai. Results: When compared to the lagoon-treated water, the efficacy of the sewage water treated with herbs was higher or comparable. Coliform and copper levels decreased considerably in the treated sample. Herb-treated samples showed a reduction in the Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) levels as compared to the treated water. Conclusion: When combined, the herbs had a significant impact on lowering the COD, Copper, and coliform levels, making the native plants a valuable source for the treatment of sewage water.

Removal of Colloidal Suspension through Coagulation – Flocculation Process In Water Purification – A Review

In water treatment, the most challenging problem that environmental engineers encounter is the separation and settling of colloids from water. Objective: The study aims to present various aspects of coagulation-flocculation in the removal of colloidal impurities from water. The shape, size, and significant characteristics of colloidal particles have been discussed in the present study. The colloidal systems, origin and nature of charge on colloids, and the stability theories including the concept of zeta potential have also been explained. The study has also been extended for conventional coagulants along with natural coagulants. The effectiveness of various coagulants has been extensively reviewed and presented herein. The review indicates that natural coagulants are equally effective as conventional salt-based coagulants. Conclusion: It is concluded from the present study that polymer-based coagulants are more effective than conventional coagulants. The removal of colloidal impurities from water is an important aspect. The separation of colloidal impurities by coagulation and flocculation is an effective method of water treatment that is safe and sustainable.

Enhanced removal of polystyrene microplastics through coagulation using polyaluminum ferric chloride with Opuntia Milpa Alta particles

Microplastics in surface water and groundwater are posing significant risks to both ecological systems and human health. Conventional coagulants are limited in their efficacy for microplastic removal and may potentially lead to secondary pollution. The present study investigated the effectiveness of Opuntia Milpa Alta (OMA) particles, as a natural coagulant, in combination with polyaluminum ferric chloride (PAFC) to remove polystyrene (PS) microplastics. The results demonstrated the pivotal role of OMA in facilitating the coagulation. Specifically, the combination of 15 mg/L of OMA and 30 mg/L of PAFC achieved a removal rate of 94.8 %. Zeta potential analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) characterization, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscope (FTIR) analysis revealed that the promotion mechanisms by OMA primarily involved charge neutralization and adsorption bridging, attributed to the presence of polygalacturonic acid from OMA's mucilage, the rough surface and the mesh structures of OMA. Influences of Cl−, SO42− and HCO3− within the concentration range found in surface and groundwater were also studied. Furthermore, a cost assessment demonstrated that the incorporation of OMA not only enhanced the coagulation performance but also reduced overall costs. These findings will provide valuable insights towards the development of cost-effective techniques for the removal of microplastics from water.

Effect of Moringa oleifera Seeds Powder on Metallic Trace Elements Concentrations in a Wastewater Treatment Plant in Senegal.

A wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) prototype coupled with Moringa oleifera seeds (MOSs) was developed to evaluate its effectiveness to reduce metallic trace elements (MTEs) in domestic wastewater. The WWTP is composed of a septic tank (F0) where wastewater is treated by biological processes under anaerobic conditions, followed by a bacterial filter (F1) where wastewater is filtered under aerobic conditions, followed by an infiltration well (F2), which provides additional filtration of wastewater before discharge into the soil. MTEs present in waters can bind with humic substances contained in colloid particles and then be eliminated by coagulation-flocculation with a cationic polyelectrolyte. MOSs contain positively charged cationic polymers that can neutralize the colloids contained in waters, which are negatively charged. Based on this observation, 300 mg·L-1 of MOS was added into F0, 50 mg·L-1 into F1, and 50 mg·L-1 into F2 mg·L-1. MOS activation in samples was performed by stirring rapidly for 1.5 min, followed by 5 min of gentle stirring and 3 h of settling. The data analysis shows that wastewater samples had significant concentrations of MTEs, particularly for Cu, Ni, Sr, and Ti, and sediment samples had high amounts of Cr, Cu, Ni, Sr, Ti, and V. The addition of MOS to F0, F1, and F2 samples resulted in reductions in MTE concentration of up to 36%, 71%, 71%, 29%, 93%, 81%, 13%, 52%, and 67% for Co, Cr, Cu, Ni, Pb, Se, Sr, Ti, and V, respectively. The quantified MTEs (As, Co, Cr, Cu, Ni, Pb, Se and V) in treated samples were reported to be lower than UN-EP standards for a safe reuse for irrigation and MOS proved to be as effective as chemical coagulants such as lime and ferric iron for the removal of MTEs contained in wastewater. These results highlight the potential of MOSs as natural coagulants for reducing MTE content in domestic wastewater. This study could be the first to evaluate the effectiveness of MOS in reducing 10 MTEs, including As, Co, Se, Sr, Ti, and V, which are currently understudied. It could also provide a better understanding of the origin of MTEs found in domestic wastewaters and how an effective treatment process can result in high-quality treated wastewaters that can be reused for irrigation without posing health or environmental risks. However, more research on MOSs is needed to determine the type and composition of the coagulant substance found in the seeds, as well as the many mechanisms involved in the decrease in MTEs by MOSs, which is currently understudied. A better understanding of MOS structure is required to determine the optimum alternative for ensuring the optimal effect of MOS paired with WWTP in removing MTEs from domestic wastewaters.

Ecotoxicological risk assessment on coagulation-flocculation in water/wastewater treatment: a systematic review.

It is undeniable that removal efficiency is the main factor in coagulation-flocculation (C-F) process for wastewater treatment. However, as far as environmental safety is concerned, the ecotoxicological aspect of the C-F process needs to be examined further. In this study, a systematic review was performed based on publications related to the toxicity research in C-F technology for wastewater treatment. Through a series of screening steps, available toxicity studies were categorized into four themes, namely acute toxicity, phytotoxicity, cytotoxicity, and genotoxicity, which comprised 48 articles. A compilation of the methodologies executed for each theme was also outlined. The findings show that conventional metallic coagulants (e.g., alum, iron chloride, and iron sulfate) were less toxic when tested on test species such as Daphnia magna (water flea), Lattuca sativa (lettuce), and animal cells compared to synthetic polymers. Natural coagulants such as chitosan or Moringa oleifera were less toxic compared to metallic coagulants; however, inconsistent results were observed. Moreover, an advanced C-F (electrocoagulation) as well as integration between C-F and Fenton, adsorption, and photocatalytic does not significantly change the toxicological profile of the system. It was found that diverse coagulants and flocculants, species sensitivity, complexity in toxicity testing, and dynamic environmental conditions were some key challenges faced in this field. Finally, it was expected that advances in technology, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a growing awareness of environmental sustainability will drive efforts to develop more effective and eco-friendly coagulants and flocculants, improve toxicity testing methodologies, and enhance the overall efficiency and safety of water and wastewater treatment processes.

Removal of malachite green from an aqueous environment using chitosan-xanthan gum coagulation system: A response surface methodology approach

Natural coagulants provide a safe and sustainable alternative for water treatment. Our study used shrimp shell-derived chitosan combined with xanthan gum to remove malachite green dye from water. Using a Box-Behnken design, we optimized parameters, achieving up to 99.7 % dye removal under optimal conditions: chitosan (1.75 mg/L), xanthan gum (1.73 %–3.0 %), dye (5–27.5 mg/L), pH 6.0, stirring period (5–7.5 min), and stirring rate (105 rpm). Key factors affecting sedimentation included xanthan gum dosage and its interactions with pH and stirring rate. SEM and FT-IR analyses characterized dye-polymer interactions. Pilot-scale tests on aquaculture wastewater showed significant turbidity reduction and enhanced dye removal in 15 L volumes. Toxicity assessments post remediation was performed on Artemia salina as a model organism and hatching efficiency and survival were essential parameters studied. Our findings highlight the potential for sustainable dye recovery and reuse in wastewater treatment.

Cassia fistula seeds as a natural coagulant for turbidity reduction: efficacy and optimization via central composite design

Cassia fistula seeds as a natural coagulant for turbidity reduction: efficacy and optimization via central composite design

COD, color, and turbidity reduction from surface water using natural coagulants: Investigation and optimization

Several researchers have established the performance of natural coagulants in treating water via coagulation and flocculation process. This study is aimed at investigating the use of Linseed-based natural coagulant for treating surface water, especially in rural areas where most people cannot afford the high cost of chemically coagulant-treated water. The influence of various experimental parameters such as coagulant dosage, pH, and stirring time on the percentage of color, chemical oxygen demand (COD), and turbidity removal has been studied. The experimental results showed that the use of Linseed has shown high removal of color (97.76 %), turbidity (96.58 %), and COD (90 %) at pH values of 3.03 using a 1.75 g/L coagulant dosage and a stirring time of 37.37 minutes. Upon the numerical optimization of the parameters investigated, the removal of color, turbidity, and COD were found to be 94.0 %, 95.5 %, and 86.35 %, respectively, at pH of 7.0, coagulant dosage of 2.5 g, and stirring time of 40 minutes. The findings showed that Linseed has excellent coagulating competence and is very effective in the removal of impurities from surface water.

Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seeds as a natural coagulant for water turbidity treatment: assessment of efficacy and dosage

The quality of river and borehole water fluctuates because of both agricultural and industrial pollutants. Surface runoff during the rainy seasons is high which promote increased turbidity levels in water sources, and this exerts pressure on the quality and usability of the water for domestic use. Unfortunately, most municipalities in developing countries are poor to afford conventional water treatment methods. This study assessed the use of natural coagulants extracted from sunflower seeds for turbidity treatment. Water samples were collected during summer, winter, and autumn from 10 randomly selected groundwater sources and three segments of the Mwerahari River in Buhera District, Zimbabwe. Results captured seasonal turbidity variations across the river segments and the boreholes. Summer season recorded the maximum average levels of turbidity (76 NTU) while autumn and winter recorded 38.7 NTU 36.7 NTU, respectively. Water turbidity levels were above the acceptable 5 NTU Standard Association of Zimbabwe and WHO. The maximum removal efficiency of turbidity was achieved at 80 min at the dose of 4 g/l. These results revealed that the removal efficiency of 95% with 4.6 NTU turbidity is a function of dose; removal efficiency increases as dose of coagulant increases. These results demonstrated that sunflower seed is an effective low-cost natural coagulant for turbidity water treatment.

Potential of natural coagulants for bioremediation of persistent organic pollutants in wastewater in sub-Saharan Africa: A review

Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is a significant user of pesticides, relying on agriculture for economic development. Pesticides and agrochemicals contribute to the presence of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in the environment. This review addresses knowledge gaps in monitoring and quantification of POPs, the application of natural coagulants for bioremediation, and associated environmental and health risks in SSA. Findings reveal inconsistencies in monitoring methods and analytes, hindering the identification of temporal trends. Legacy POPs show decreasing concentrations in soil/sediment and aquatic organisms, while some POPs increase in water, fish, fruits, and vegetables. Some river systems exceed acceptable ranges for PCBs according to USEPA standards. PFASs, particularly PFOA and PFOS, are prevalent. Natural coagulants, like Moringa oleifera and chitosan, are gaining popularity for water treatment due to their environmental sustainability and effectiveness in POP remediation. Trivalent cations in natural coagulants show promise for POP bioremediation. However, challenges remain in scaling up natural coagulant applications for commercial water treatment. This review highlights the need for standardized monitoring procedures and emphasizes the potential of natural coagulants in POP remediation efforts.

Navigating Heavy Metal Removal: Insights into Advanced Treatment Technologies for Wastewater: A review.

<p><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="color:black">This paper provides an overview of heavy metal removal technologies for wastewater treatment, with a focus on adsorption, chemical oxidation, ion exchange, and various coagulation processes. The discussion revolves around wastewater characterization as an essential first step in creating efficient treatment systems. The study examines the uses of different treatment technologies, emphasizing both their benefits and drawbacks. Although flocculation is a rapid and economical procedure, it produces waste and needs further filtration and sedimentation. In addition, natural coagulants are found to be more environmentally friendly than synthetic ones, their effects on water quality may make disinfectants necessary. Despite their low toxicity, stability, and environmental advantages, hybrid coagulants have certain drawbacks that are related to operational variables. Despite its broad applicability and low cost, adsorption faces challenges with regeneration and sludge creation. Although it is acknowledged to have a high metal recovery rate, ion exchange is expensive and requires special maintenance. Chemical oxidation techniques, in particular advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), are useful for eliminating heavy metals and breaking down organic materials. The limitations and difficulties of each approach are discussed in the abstract's conclusion, which highlights the necessity of future study aimed at enhancing treatment efficacy for extremely low quantities of heavy metals. To allay worries about energy usage, the integration of electrochemical processes with renewable energy sources is recommended.</span></span></span></span></span></p>

TREATMENT OF INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER BY USING ECO-FRIENDLY TECHNIQUE

The textile industry is one of the major industries and work as the backbone of economy of Pakistan. It employs thousands of people without any education. It plays important role in the economy of every country around the world. The textile industry has high importance when it comes to the environment because it consumes many environmental resources such as water. Also, it produces a large amount of wastewater which is then discharged into the environment and causes environmental pollution. In this study, Ocimum basilicum L. (sweet basil seeds) and Tamarindus indica seeds have been evaluated as an active natural coagulant for the removal of pollutants from textile wastewater. The change in pH, Dissolved Oxygen, Electrical conductivity, TDS, COD, and heavy metals/pollutants were analyzed. Also, the dye concentration was found to be the most important parameter affecting color removal. Pollutant removal efficiency was obtained by using a low number of coagulants. The mucilage of O. basilicum and the powder of T. indica seeds were found to be highly effective in treating textile wastewater as a sole coagulant. The results show that these coagulants help to reduce heavy metals from 0.16 ppm to 0.02 ppm. Utilization of these natural coagulants was found to be suitable, easier, cost-effective, and environment friendly for textile waste water treatment.

Removal of river water turbidity and total dissolved solids using natural coagulants derived from banana peel and Moringa stenopetala seed

ABSTRACT In this study, natural coagulants obtained from banana peel and Moringa stenopetala seed were applied to remove total dissolved solids (TDS) and turbidity from river water. Central composite design (CCD) method was applied for the operating conditions of pH (3–10), coagulant dosage (0.3–1 g/L), stirring speed (30–90 rpm), and settling time (20–60 min). The optimum conditions obtained from the numerical optimization for pH, coagulant dosage, stirring speed, and settling time were 8.52, 1.000 g/L, 33.58 rpm, and 37.92 min, respectively, with a desirability value of 0.883 when banana peel powder was used as a natural coagulant. Under those optimum conditions, the experimental results for banana peel showed 81.32 and 93.09%, removal efficiency for TDS and turbidity, respectively. Similarly, the optimum conditions obtained from numerical optimization for pH, coagulant dosage, stirring speed, and settling time were 9.99, 0.999 g/L, 30.0 rpm, and 39.96 min, respectively, with a desirability value of 0.963. Under these optimum conditions for M. stenopetala seed powder, the experimental results showed 83.64 and 95.13%, removal efficiency for TDS and turbidity, respectively. Overall, M. stenopetala seed powder shows a higher potential for TDS and turbidity removal efficiency than banana peel powder.

Green Approach for Water Treatment

The common first step for water treatment is removing the particulate impurities by coagulation and flocculation. The conventional treatment uses polyvalent salts such as aluminum sulfate, iron (III) chloride, and synthetic polymers as coagulating agents which leads to potential toxicity. The purpose of this study is to identify environmentally friendly natural products as coagulant agents for water treatment. Four plant seeds (Amaranth, chia, quinoa, and wheat germ), corn cob, orange peel, and avocado peel were tested. Turbidity measurements were conducted with a wireless, portable turbidity sensor. Data was collected on a smartphone. The performance of the turbidity sensor was evaluated by preparation of a calibration curve (r2 = 0.9928). Results show that all four plant seeds and avocado peel demonstrated the ability to decrease the turbidity of the water sample. Among the four seeds that were studied, Amaranth and chia were identified as the top two natural coagulant agents. Inter-day and Intra-day studies were performed for the turbidity measurements. The relative standard deviation (RSD) was found to be less than 10%, indicating the method has good precision. The method can serve as a point-of-use water treatment in remote areas of developing countries with limited resources.

Magnetic coagulant derived from Cassia fistula seed for real textile wastewater treatment: A pilot-scale study

Cassia fistula (C. fistula) seed-derived coagulants have demonstrated substantial potential for treating dye-based wastewater. Such coagulants exhibit notable coagulating-flocculating activity and are environmentally friendly. However, recovering these natural coagulants from aqueous media poses challenges. In this study, we introduce a novel plant-derived magnetic coagulant that is a combination of C. fistula seed gum with magnetic spinel ferrite. This research includes a pilot-scale study to simulate full-scale textile wastewater treatment using this composite. Material characterisations revealed that spherical CoFe2O4 particles could be effectively coated with the active coagulant, C. fistula gum. The saturation magnetisation of the composite, measured at 54.11 emu/g, facilitates its convenient separation from aqueous solutions using an external magnetic field. Bench-scale studies showed that initial pH and coagulant dosage substantially affect the removal efficiency of colour and chemical oxygen demand (COD). In the pilot-scale study, the C. fistula–CoFe2O4 composite demonstrated promising coagulant properties. It achieved a colour removal percentage of 94.0 % with a volume of 30 L and a coagulant dosage of 12.3 g L− 1. Using this coagulation–flocculation process as a primary treatment step, possibly followed by biological or membrane methods, can help meet Vietnamese environmental standards.

Environmentally Friendly Natural Coagulants in the Coagulation Process in the Rubber Industry

This research evaluates the use of natural coagulants, such as soursop and Aegle marmelos (Maja), in the latex coagulation process of the GT 1 clone type, compared with chemical coagulants such as formic acid and acetic acid, to gain an understanding of the characteristics of the rubber produced. Three types of crumb rubber (SIR 3 CV, SIR 3L, and SIR 3 WF) are produced from latex, while SIR 5, SIR 10, and SIR 20 are produced from treated latex coagulum. Rubber quality criteria are explained in the Indonesian Rubber Standard (SIR 3L/3WF) SNI 06-1903-2011. The use of natural coagulants, especially soursop, and Maja, in the coagulation of GT 1 clone latex shows an influence on coagulation time, Dry Rubber Content (DRC), initial plasticity (Po), Plasticity Retention Index (PRI), ash content, dirt content, and substance content evaporate. The results showed that natural coagulants had slower coagulation times, higher DRC values ​​(especially in maja), and better PRI values ​​compared to chemical coagulants. Despite having higher ash content, dirt content, and volatile matter content, all types of coagulants meet rubber quality standards. This research provides in-depth insight into the potential and advantages of natural coagulants, especially soursop, and maja, in the environmentally friendly rubber industry. In addition, analysis of rubber characteristics, such as plasticity, resistance to heating, and content of certain components, provides a comprehensive understanding of the impact of the use of natural coagulants on rubber quality.

Natural Coagulant Functionalized with Magnetic Nanoparticles Better Treated Dairy Wastewater Compared to Bioremediation

Natural Coagulant Functionalized with Magnetic Nanoparticles Better Treated Dairy Wastewater Compared to Bioremediation

Valorization of Cherry By-Products as Coagulant/Flocculants Combined with Bentonite Clay for Olive Mill Wastewater Treatment

In this study, two by-products resulting from the processing of cherry (stems and pits) were used as natural coagulants to promote the valorization of these wastes and treat olive mill wastewater (OMW). The efficacy of the plant-based coagulants (PBCs) in the coagulation–flocculation–decantation process (CFD) was evaluated through the removal of turbidity, total suspended solids (TSS), total polyphenols (TPh), and dissolved organic carbon (DOC). The CFD process was demonstrated to be effective in turbidity and TSS reduction in OMW. Using cherry stems (CSs), these reductions were 65.2% of turbidity and 58.0% of TSS, while cherry pits (CPs) achieved higher reductions, 78.6% of turbidity and 68.2% of TSS. To improve the effectiveness of OMW treatment, mainly regarding the removal of TPh and DOC, the CFD process was complemented with the adsorption process (using bentonite clay). The adsorption capacity of bentonite was higher in acidic conditions (pH 3.0) and, with a dosage of 3.0 g L−1, reached 17.3 mg of DOC and 13.8 mg of TPh per gram of bentonite. Several adsorption isothermal models were assessed, and the Langmuir (r2 = 0.985), SIPS (r2 = 0.992), and Jovanovic models (r2 = 0.994) provided the best fittings. According to the optimal operational conditions defined throughout the present work, the combination of CFD and adsorption removals were as follows: (1) 98.0 and 91.3% of turbidity, (2) 80.8 and 81.2% of TSS, (3) 98.1 and 97.6% of TPh and (4) 57.9 and 62.2% of DOC, for CSs and CPs, correspondingly. Overall, the results suggest that cherry by-products can be used as low-cost natural coagulants and, when combined with another natural, abundant, and cheap material, such as bentonite clay, can be a sustainable alternative for treating OMW.

Avocado seed as a natural coagulant for removing dyes and turbidity from wastewater: Behnken Box design, sustainable reuse, and economic evaluation

In wastewater treatment, conventional coagulants are becoming very complex with environmental concerns. For this purpose, using an alternative natural coagulant such as fruit waste becomes essential. This study explores the potential of avocado seed powder as a novel biocoagulant for treating wastewater contaminated with dyes and turbidity. It was characterized by X-ray diffraction, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy coupling with Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and X-ray fluorescence. The coagulation-flocculation process was optimized using a Box-Behnken design, evaluating the effects of coagulant dose (300–1000 mg. L−1), initial solution pH (3–9), and granulation (63–112 μm), on the removal of methylene blue, crystal violet, and turbidity. The response surface methodology revealed statistically significant quadratic models (R2 > 0.94) for maximizing pollutant removal. Under optimal conditions (1000 mg. L−1 dose, pH 9, 63 μm granulation for methylene blue; 950 mg. L−1, pH 7, 108 μm for crystal violet; 300 mg. L−1, pH 8, 63 μm for turbidity), avocado seed powder achieved maximum removal efficiencies of 94.34 % for methylene blue, 95.28 % for crystal violet, and 99.64 % for turbidity. Characterization techniques confirmed the involvement of avocado seed powder in the coagulation-flocculation mechanism. The biocoagulant has demonstrated significant reuse potential over five cycles. It also has a low estimated cost, of the order of 0.008–0.025 USD. m−3 as agricultural waste, compared with 1.5 USD. m−3 for aluminum sulfate. Overall, avocado seed is a sustainable and promising natural coagulant for wastewater treatment.

Coagulant and flocculant effect of Opuntia ficus-indica in water treatment

One of the most relevant processes in potable and wastewater treatment plants is coagulation-flocculation, which gives rise to the destabilization of dissolving solids, for the subsequent generation of flocs using a coagulating agent. Aluminum sulfate (Al2(SO4)3) is the most used coagulant internationally, due to its efficiency and low cost. However, its utilization can leave a residue of aluminum in water and bring with it a variety of health problems due to its bioaccumulative characteristics, implying both the deterioration of ecosystems and problems for human health. In this regard, it is necessary to establish alternatives that avoid the permanence of this heavy metal in water, so that the mucilage of Opuntia ficus-indica becomes a natural coagulant of great interest. Likewise, it is a sustainable alternative for water treatment, given its characteristics of biodegradability, low toxicity, commercial cost, relative abundance, renewability, and high efficiency, allowing a low generation of sludge, which can be biodegraded through a fair treatment with a high valuation spectrum