scholarly journals Indian saffron – Turmeric (Curcuma longa) embedded supermacroporous cryogel discs for heavy metal removal

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 4356-4361 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Polymeric Materials ◽  
Synthetic Wastewater ◽  
Binding Property ◽  
Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate

Cryogels are used in a variety of environmental and biotechnological processes. Cryogels are polymeric materials with large pores and open flow channels. Turmeric is a very popular spice, especially in India, which has been shown to contain curcumin alkaloids to treat a variety of many diseases. Playing a protective and therapeutic role against the diseases results from being able to bind to various targets. In this study, Indian saffron (Turmeric) embedded poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) cryogel discs (Tur-PHEMA/CDs) have been prepared to remove heavy metal ions from waste-water, which is a major environmental problem by utilizing the heavy metal binding property of turmeric. Tur-PHEMA/CDs were used to remove Cu(II), Pb(II), Cd(II) ions. Poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) cryogel discs (PHEMA/CDs) were also used as control polymer. The prepared cryogels are characterized by multiple experimental tests. The Tur-PHEMA/CDs and PHEMA/CDs with respectively swelling ratio of 83.6% and 71.2% were used in heavy metal ions adsorption studies. pH values of the solution were changed in the range of 3.0-6.0 to determine optimum pH. Maximum adsorption capacities of the Tur-PHEMA/CDs from aqueous solution were 18.36 mg/g for Cu(II), 8.99 mg/g for Pb(II) and 5.76 mg/g for Cd(II). The affinity order of heavy metal ions on mass basis was Cu(II) > Pb(II) > Cd(II) from synthetic wastewater. EDTA solution (0.5 M) was used for desorbing of heavy metal ions.

Electrokinetic Remediation of Heavy Metal Contaminated Soil Using Permeable Reactive Composite Electrodes

2012 ◽  
Vol 518-523 ◽  
pp. 361-368 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rong Bing Fu ◽  
Xin Xing Liu ◽  
Fang Liu ◽  
Jin Ma ◽  
Yu Mei Ma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Removal Efficiency ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Ph Control ◽  
Electrokinetic Remediation ◽  
Composite Electrodes ◽  
Remediation Process

A new permeable reactive composite electrode (PRCE) attached with a permeable reactive layer (PRL) of Fe0 and zeolite has been developed for soil pH control and the improved removal efficiency of heavy metal ions (Cd, Ni, Pb, Cu) from soil in electrokinetic remediation process. The effects of different composite electrodes on pH control and heavy metal removal efficiency were studied, and changes in the forms of heavy metals moved onto the electrodes were analyzed. The results showed that with acidic/alkaline zeolite added and renewed in time, the composite electrodes could effectively neutralize and capture H+ and OH- produced from electrolysis of the anolyte and catholyte, avoiding or delaying the formation of acidic/alkaline front in tested soil, preventing premature precipitation of heavy metal ions and over-acidification of soil, and thus significantly improved the heavy metal removal efficiency. Fe0 in composite electrodes could deoxidize and stabilize the heavy metal ions. After that capture and immobilization of the pollutants were achieved. The results also showed that, using "Fe0 + zeolite" PRCE in the cathode with timely renewal, after 15-day remediation with a DC voltage of 1.5 V/cm, the total removal rates of Cd, Pb, Cu and Ni were 49.4%, 47.1%, 36.7% and 39.2%, respectively.

scholarly journals Influence of the drying method on the sorption properties the biomass of Chlorella sorokiniana microalgae

2019 ◽  
Vol 124 ◽  
pp. 01051
Author(s):  
Y. Smyatskaya ◽  
A. Toumi ◽  
I. Atamaniuk ◽  
Ia. Vladimirov ◽  
F.K. Donaev ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Inorganic Compounds ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Chlorella Sorokiniana ◽  
Microalgae Biomass ◽  
Zinc Cadmium

In this paper, it is proposed to use the biomass of microalgae Chlorella sorokiniana as a biosorbent for wastewater treatment, as well as an oral sorbent. Biosorbents are capable of adsorbing both organic and inorganic compounds, including heavy metals. The sorption capacity depends on the type of aquatic plant and microalgae strain. The use of microalgae and aquatic plants as biosorbents for pollutant treatments is discussed in the introduction part. The biomass of microalgae Chlorella sorokiniana was chosen as the object of this study. The cultivation conditions (temperature, light, pH and aeration) and the optimal biomass harvesting parameters are presented. Dehydration of biomass was carried out in two ways: IR-drying and freeze-drying. The obtained samples were tested for the ability of the biomass to extract heavy metal ions (zinc, cadmium, zinc, copper) from standard solutions. The initial concentration of heavy metal ions in the working solutions was 10 mg/l. Results show that the lyophilized samples demonstrated up to 99.9% of heavy metal removal efficiency. The paper also presents the composition of Chlorella sorokiniana biomass, in which up to 40.97–41.87% are proteins. The analysis of the amino-acid composition showed a ratio of essential to non-essential amino-acids higher than 0.8. All the above results confirm the possibility of using microalgae biomass as an oral sorbent and as an additive in the production of functional foods.

scholarly journals Biohybrid nanofibers containing manganese oxide–forming fungi for heavy metal removal from water

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 155892501989895
Author(s):  
Yaewon Park ◽  
Shuang Liu ◽  
Terrence Gardner ◽  
Drake Johnson ◽  
Aaron Keeler ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Manganese Oxide ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Manganese Oxides ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Fungal Hyphae ◽  
Farm Unit

Manganese-oxidizing fungi support bioremediation through the conversion of manganese ions into manganese oxide deposits that in turn adsorb manganese and other heavy metal ions from the environment. Manganese-oxidizing fungi were immobilized onto nanofiber surfaces to assist remediation of heavy metal–contaminated water. Two fungal isolates, Coniothyrium sp. and Coprinellus sp., from a Superfund site (Lot 86, Farm Unit #1) water treatment system were incubated in the presence of nanofibers. Fungal hyphae had strong association with nanofiber surfaces. Upon fungal attachment to manganese chloride–seeded nanofibers, Coniothyrium sp. catalyzed the conformal deposition of manganese oxide along hyphae and nanofibers, but Coprinellus sp. catalyzed manganese oxide only along its hyphae. Fungi–nanofiber hybrids removed various heavy metals from the water. Heavy metal ions were adsorbed into manganese oxide crystalline structure, possibly by ion exchange with manganese within the manganese oxide. Hybrid materials of fungal hyphae and manganese oxides confined to nanofiber-adsorbed heavy metal ions from water.

INTELLIGENT SOFTWARE ANALYZER DESIGN FOR PARAMETERS EVALUATION OF TERNARY HEAVY METAL IONS REMOVAL BY IMMOBILIZED FUNGAL BIOMASS

2009 ◽  
Vol 02 (01) ◽  
pp. 29-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
SVETLA VASSILEVA ◽  
KOLISHKA TSEKOVA ◽  
DARINKA CHRISTOVA ◽  
DESSISLAVA TODOROVA
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Poly Vinyl Alcohol ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Intelligent Software ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions Removal ◽  
Metal Ions Removal

In this paper the fuzzy logic method improved by adaptive learning of a fuzzy inference system, based on anfis, was used to demonstrate a software analyzer design for parameters evaluation of ternary heavy metal ions removal. The studied process was conducted to investigate metal binding ability of the novel hybrid hydrogel, obtained by entrapping Penicillium cyclopium biomass into chemically cross-linked poly (vinyl alcohol) (PVA) network toward Cu 2+, Co 2+ and Fe 3+ from ternary aqueous solution. The performance of the biosorbent was evaluated by determining the values of heavy metal uptake and heavy metal removal efficiency in the ternary metal mixture. The innovative immobilization technology developed provides an attractive strategy for the developing high-affinity biosorption system for the treatment of wastewater containing heavy metals in low concentration. The obtained results of both — the studied process and software analyzer design and implementation are illustrated and discussed.

Environmental remediation of heavy metal ions from aqueous solution through hydrogel adsorption: a critical review

2015 ◽  
Vol 73 (5) ◽  
pp. 983-992 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francis Ntumba Muya ◽  
Christopher Edoze Sunday ◽  
Priscilla Baker ◽  
Emmanuel Iwuoha
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Environmental Remediation ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Aqueous Media ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Aquatic Life ◽  
Potential Toxic Elements ◽  
Treatment Technologies

Heavy metal ions such as Cd2+, Pb2+, Cu2+, Mg2+, and Hg2+ from industrial waste water constitute a major cause of pollution for ground water sources. These ions are toxic to man and aquatic life as well, and should be removed from wastewater before disposal. Various treatment technologies have been reported to remediate the potential toxic elements from aqueous media, such as adsorption, precipitation and coagulation. Most of these technologies are associated with some shortcomings, and challenges in terms of applicability, effectiveness and cost. However, adsorption techniques have the capability of effectively removing heavy metals at very low concentration (1–100 mg/L). Various adsorbents have been reported in the literature for this purpose, including, to a lesser extent, the use of hydrogel adsorbents for heavy metal removal in aqueous phase. Here, we provide an in-depth perspective on the design, application and efficiency of hydrogel systems as adsorbents.

Mesoporous MgO/PPG hybrid nanofibers: synthesis, optimization, characterization and heavy metal removal property

2018 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. 2013-2029 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Almasian ◽  
F. Najafi ◽  
L. Maleknia ◽  
M. Giahi
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Propylene Glycol ◽  
Magnesium Oxide ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Hybrid Nanofibers ◽  
Poly Propylene

In this research, mesoporous magnesium oxide/poly(propylene glycol) (MgO/PPG) hybrid nanofibers were synthesized as a new adsorbent for the removal of heavy metal ions from solutions.

scholarly journals Heavy Metal Ion Adsorption Properties of Methacrylamidocysteine-Containing Porous Poly(Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate) Chelating Beads

2002 ◽  
Vol 20 (7) ◽  
pp. 607-617 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adil Denizli ◽  
Bora Garipcan ◽  
Sibel Emir ◽  
Süleyman Patir ◽  
Ridvan Say
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Ion ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Ion Concentration ◽  
Heavy Metal Ion ◽  
Adsorption Capacities

Details of the adsorption performance of poly(2-hydroxyethylmethacrylate–methacrylamidocysteine) [p(HEMA–MAC)] beads towards the removal of heavy metal ions from aqueous solution were studied. The metal-complexing ligand and/or co-monomer MAC was newly synthesized from methylacrylochloride and cysteine. Spherical beads of average size 150–200 mm were obtained by the radical suspension polymerization of MAC and HEMA conducted in an aqueous dispersion. The p(HEMA–MAC) beads obtained had a specific surface area of 18.9 m2/g. p(HEMA–MAC) beads were characterized by swelling studies, FT-IR spectroscopy and elemental analysis. Such beads with a swelling ratio of 72%, and containing 3.9 mmol MAC/g, were used for heavy metal removal studies. The adsorption capacities of the beads for selected metal ions, i.e. CdII, AsIII, CrIII, HgII and PbII, were investigated in aqueous media containing different amounts of these ions (10–750 mg/l) and at different pH values (3.0–7.0). The adsorption rate was fast in all cases. The maximum adsorption capacities of the p(HEMA–MAC) beads were 1058.2 mg/g for CdII, 123.4 mg/g for AsIII, 199.6 mg/g for CrIII, 639.1 mg/g for PbII and 1018.6 mg/g for HgII. On a molar basis, the following affinity order was observed: CdII > HgII > CrIII > PbII >AsIII. The adsorption capacity of the MAC-incorporated beads was affected significantly by the pH value of the aqueous medium. The adsorption of heavy metal ions from artificial wastewater was also studied. In this case, the adsorption capacities were 52.2 mg/g for CdII, 23.1 mg/g for CrIII, 83.4 mg/g for HgII, 62.6 mg/g for PbII and 11.1 mg/g for AsIII at an initial metal ion concentration of 0.5 mmol/l. The chelating beads could be regenerated easily with a higher effectiveness by 0.1 M HNO3. These features make p(HEMA–MAC) beads potential candidates for heavy metal ion removal at high capacity.

scholarly journals Characterization and application of biosorbents modified with TiO2 for heavy metal ions removal

2016 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nena Velinov ◽  
Miljana Radovic ◽  
Aleksandra Zarubica ◽  
Aleksandar Bojic
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Bacterial Biomass ◽  
Sorption Process ◽  
Promising Alternative ◽  
Maximum Sorption ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions Removal

Preparation, characterization and application of materials modified with TiO2 nanoparticle have been reviewed. Chitosan, bacterial biomass and dendrimers were the starting material for modification. Sorbents characterization was performed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). In order to investigate the sorption capabilities of sorbents, we used them for removal of heavy metal ions from aqueous solution. The effect of contact time on heavy metal ions sorption and maximum sorption capacities of biosorbents are shown. As a very important parameter of the sorption process, the effect of initial pH values on heavy metal removal was examined. This paper indicates that sorption using the material modified with TiO2 is becoming a promising alternative to conventional adsorbents in removing heavy metal ions.

scholarly journals Removal of Heavy Metal Ions from Wastewater by Chemically Modified Agricultural Waste Material as Potential Adsorbent-A Review

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jyotikusum Acharya ◽  
Upendra Kumar ◽  
P. Mahammed Rafi
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Conventional Treatment ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Agricultural Waste ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Chemically Modified ◽  
Adsorption Capacities ◽  
Heavy Metal Remediation

Heavy metal remediation of aqueous streams is of special concern due to recalcitrant and persistency of heavy metals in environment. Conventional treatment technologies for the removal of these toxic heavy metals are not economical and further generate huge quantity of toxic chemical sludge. Agricultural waste materials being economic and ecofriendly due to their unique biochemical composition, availability in abundance, renewable, low in cost and more efficient are seem to be viable option for heavy metal remediation. The major advantages of biosorption over conventional treatment methods include: low cost, high efficiency, minimization of chemical or biological sludge, regeneration of biosorbents and possibility of metal recovery. It is well known that cellulosic waste materials can be obtained and employed as cheap adsorbents and their performance to remove heavy metal ions can be affected upon chemical treatment. In general, chemically modified plant wastes exhibit higher adsorption capacities than unmodified forms. The functional groups present in agricultural waste biomass viz. acetamido, alcoholic, carbonyl, phenolic, amido, amino, sulphydryl groups etc. Have affinity for heavy metal ions to form metal complexes or chelates. Some of the treated adsorbents show good adsorption capacities for Cd, Cu, Pb, Zn and Ni. Rice husk as a low-value agricultural by-product can be made into sorbent materials which are used in heavy metal removal. The mechanism of biosorption process includes chemisorptions, complexation, adsorption on surface, diffusion through pores and ion exchange etc. Agricultural residues are lignocelluloses substances which contain three main structural components: hemicelluloses, cellulose and lignin. Lignocellulosic materials also contain extractives. Generally, three main components have high molecular weights and contribute much mass, while the extractives is of small molecular size, and available in little quantity, which announce in heavy metal removal.

Recent Application of the Various Nanomaterials and Nanocatalysts for the Heavy Metals’ Removal from Wastewater

NANO ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (09) ◽  
pp. 1830006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nader Ghaffari Khaligh ◽  
Mohd Rafie Johan
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metals ◽  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Heavy Metal Ions ◽  
Metal Removal ◽  
Heavy Metal Removal ◽  
Heavy Metals Removal ◽  
Metals Removal ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Carbon Based Nanomaterials

The pollution of water due to the release of heavy metals are particularly problematic and supplies of clean water have become a major problem worldwide. The heavy metal ions can cause toxicities and serious side effects toward human health; therefore, these metal ions should be removed from water and wastewater. A variety of strategies have been developed for efficient heavy metal removal from waters. Adsorption/ion exchange strategy play a great important role in removing heavy metal ions due to their advantages. Nanomaterials are excellent adsorbents and extensive studies have been performed to remove heavy metals from wastewater by developing and using various nanomaterials. Recent developments for the heavy metals removal by various nanomaterials, mainly including carbon-based nanomaterials, iron-based nanomaterials and photocatalytic nanomaterials in batch and flow systems are described in this review.

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