scholarly journals UTILIZATION OF WATER HYACINTH FOR DYE EFFLUENT PURIFICATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 55 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 1143-1152
Author(s):  
NUREDIN MUHAMMED ◽  
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GASHAW AZENE ◽  
MELKIE GETNET ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Invasive Plant ◽  
Physical Adsorption ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
High Porosity ◽  
Effluent Purification ◽  
Dye Pollutants ◽  
Adsorbent Surface ◽  
Stretching Vibration ◽  
Industrial Level

Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) (WH) is an invasive plant floating freely on the water, which is widely spread in tropical and subtropical regions. The plant is characterized by high porosity and a high number of functional groups, such as hydroxyl (-OH), carboxyl (–COOH), and amino groups (–NH2). Activated carbon, which is widely accepted on an industrial level for the adsorption of dyes from wastewaters, is a highly expensive material. Thus, in this research, a bioadsorbent material was prepared based on WH biomass and investigated as an alternative tool for water quality remediation, in the case of dye pollutants (RR HE3B). The WH plants were collected from the nearby Lake Tana and used as an adsorbent material without chemical treatment. The batch adsorption test was performed by varying the pH of the solution, adsorbent dosage and initial dye concentration. The powdered WH and RR HE3B dye loaded WH were characterized using FTIR, revealing the emergence of new stretching vibration peaks in the range from 2800 to 3000 cm-1 on the spectrum of Reactive Red HE3B (RR HE3B) dye loaded WH, confirming that -CH and -CH2 were responsible for the adsorption. The analysis of the adsorption isotherm and of the suitability of different models for describing it has led to the following order: Freundlich > Langmuir > Temkin > Dubinin-Radushkevich, based on their correlation coefficient value. This implies that the WH adsorbent surface is heterogeneous and the adsorption of the dye onto it depends not only on the specific reaction sites, as the n-value of the Freundlich constant confirms that the physical adsorption process might be favored. Therefore, WH could be a potential alternative adsorbent to remove the RR HE3B dye from dye polluted wastewaters.

scholarly journals Utilization of Charred Water Hyacinth (Jalkumvi) as Biosorbent for Removal of Ca(II) Ion from Aqueous Solution

2021 ◽  
Vol 42 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-114
Author(s):  
Arun Bhujel ◽  
Krishna Wagle ◽  
Bishow Regmi ◽  
Bibek Sapkota ◽  
Bhoj Raj Poudel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Aqueous Solution ◽  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Chemical Activation ◽  
Freundlich Isotherm ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
Maximum Adsorption Capacity ◽  
Adsorbent Surface ◽  
Sem Micrograph ◽  
Pseudo Second Order ◽  
Efficient Alternative

A promising adsorbent, charred water hyacinth (CWH) for the removal of Ca(II) from the aqueous solution was explored by heat treatment of water hyacinth followed by chemical activation with acidified zinc chloride (ZnCl2). The adsorbent was characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electron dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy. Batch adsorption techniques were conducted for Ca(II) adsorption to assess the adsorption isotherm, effect of pH, contact time, initial Ca(II) concentration, adsorbent doses, and adsorption kinetics. The SEM micrograph illustrates the rough and irregular surface morphology and EDX spectra confirm the successful adsorption of Ca(II) on the adsorbent surface. The equilibrium adsorption data better fitted to the Freundlich isotherm model having a maximum adsorption capacity (qmax) of 319.75 mg/g. The highest percentage of adsorption was found at pH 1.5. The adsorption of Ca(II) by CWH decreased at the higher metal concentration and lower adsorbent doses. The adsorption of Ca(II) ions onto CWH followed the pseudo-second-order kinetics model. . Overall, these results suggested that the as-prepared CWH can be used as an eco-friendly, economical and efficient alternative for the removal of Ca(II)  from the aqueous solution.

scholarly journals Natural Batch Adsorption Operation to Remove Dissolved Copper (II) by Carbon Charcoal Rambutan

2021 ◽  
Vol 2129 (1) ◽  
pp. 012010
Author(s):  
B Haryanto ◽  
S E Saragih ◽  
R Tambun ◽  
H Harahap ◽  
K Manik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metal Ions ◽  
Copper Ions ◽  
Copper Ion ◽  
Mesh Size ◽  
Total Weight ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
Adsorbent Surface ◽  
Instrument Analysis

Abstract Carbon charcoal was made from rambutan rods and used as an adsorbent. A gram 70/100 mesh size of adsorbent was then used to adsorb 100 ml of copper ion solution with a 70 ppm concentration. In this investigation, the batch procedure was used without shaking (naturally). The charcoal carbon rambutan ability to remove the copper ion was measured by AAS. The percentage result was 48,135% or about 33,694 ppm. SEM and EDX instrument analysis have applied to confirm the presence of copper ions on the adsorbent surface. The copper ion was found at a concentration of 0.09 percent of the total weight. The carbon charcoal adsorbent in rambutan rods has the ability to purify the water contaminated by metal ions.

Bioethanol Production by Pichia stipitis Immobilized on Water Hyacinth and Thin-Shell Silk Cocoon

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suchata Kirdponpattara ◽  
Santi Chuetor ◽  
Malinee Sriariyanun ◽  
Muenduen Phisalaphong
Keyword(s):  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Thin Shell ◽  
Immobilized Cells ◽  
High Surface ◽  
Pichia Stipitis ◽  
High Porosity ◽  
Bioethanol Production ◽  
Immobilized Cell ◽  
Silk Cocoon ◽  
Cell Carriers

Cell immobilization technique was applied in this study in order to examine effect of immobilized Pichia stipitis TISTR5806 on bioethanol production. Water hyacinth (WH) and thin-shell silk cocoon (CC) were used as cell carriers. Characteristics of the cell carriers were examined to explain the mechanism of bioethanol production. Carrier sizes and weights were optimized to improve bioethanol production. Moreover, stabilities of immobilized cells and carriers were evaluated. Because of high porosity, high surface area and good swelling ability of WH, cell immobilized on 1 g WH with 1 cm length produced the highest ethanol concentration at 13.3 g/L. Five cycles of a repeated batch of immobilized cell (IC) system on WH showed stable performance in ethanol production (8.2–10.4 g/L) with large numbers of the immobilized cells. The interaction between the immobilized cells and the WH surface were discovered.

Synthesis of High Quality Porous Carbon from Water Hyacinth

2020 ◽  
Vol 860 ◽  
pp. 173-177
Author(s):  
Otong Nurhilal ◽  
Renaldy Sharin Lesmana ◽  
Karina Ramadayanti ◽  
Sholihatul Habibah ◽  
Sahrul Hidayat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Specific Surface ◽  
Surface Area ◽  
Specific Surface Area ◽  
Porous Carbon ◽  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Invasive Plant ◽  
Proximate Analysis ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Porous Volume ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

Water Hyacinth (WH) is a plant that can absorb various pollutants in water. However, this plant is categorized as an invasive plant that can become a weed in the waters. To improve the functionality of WH, processing of WH is needed to be used for various applications. One of modifications of WH is as porous carbon for battery cathode composite. In this paper, we reported a synthesis of a porous carbon from WH. WH is processed into carbon by carbonization at various temperatures of 400, 500 and 600 °C with various activators of KOH, H3PO4 and ZnCl2 to obtain high quality porous carbon which has high electrical conductivity, large specific surface area and large porous volume. All synthesized carbons were characterized by proximate analysis measurements, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and N2 adsorption-desorption measurements. The highest carbon fixed content of 37.79% is obtained from charcoal with a carbonization temperature of 400 °C. The largest specific surface area of 264.77 m2/g was obtained from activated carbon with H3PO4 as activator. The values of pore volume and pore radius were 0.186 cm3/g and 1.56 nm, respectively.

Adsorption-desorption processes of azo dye on natural bentonite: batch experiments and modelling

Clay Minerals ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 49 (5) ◽  
pp. 747-763 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Berez ◽  
F. Ayari ◽  
N. Abidi ◽  
G. Schäfer ◽  
M. Trabelsi-Ayadi
Keyword(s):  
Azo Dye ◽  
Physical Adsorption ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
Desorption Kinetics ◽  
Desorption Process ◽  
Non Linear ◽  
Desorption Isotherms ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to determine whether a bentonite from the Gafsa deposit (western Tunisia) could be used to remove the Foron Blue 291 (FB) azo dye from wastewater. Batch adsorption and desorption experiments were conducted using untreated and purified bentonite and the influence of contact time, pH, adsorbent mass and temperature of the dye solution on the adsorption of FB was evaluated. Kinetic and isotherm data were fitted using two non-linear kinetic and two non-linear isotherm equations. In addition, the fits were evaluated using the coefficient of determination (R2) and the RMSE. The percentage of dye removal increased with increasing amount of adsorbent until total discolouration was achieved. The adsorption isotherms followed the Langmuir model, with the purified bentonite having a higher adsorption capacity than the raw material due to its higher specific surface area. In addition, the FB molecules were removed from the liquid medium by physical adsorption. Batch desorption experiments were conducted to study the desorption kinetics and the characteristics of the desorption isotherms as well as to quantify the portion of the FB (by mass) that was irreversibly fixed on the solid. Overall, the desorption kinetics were similar to the adsorption kinetics, which indicated that the adsorption-desorption process of azo dye is non-singular; irreversibility occurred that was underlined by an observed thermodynamic index of irreversibility (TII) of 0.69–0.94. The desorption isotherms of the FB depended on the mass of the FB that was initially adsorbed on the bentonite sample, suggesting hysteresis. The amount of irreversibly retained FB was between 46 and 68% of the initial adsorbed mass.

scholarly journals The Water Hyacinth, Eichhornia crassipes: an invasive plant in the Guadiana River Basin (Spain)

2008 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-53 ◽  
Author(s):  
Trinidad Ruiz Téllez ◽  
Elsa López ◽  
Gloria Granado ◽  
Eva Pérez ◽  
Ricardo López ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
River Basin ◽  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Eichhornia Crassipes ◽  
Invasive Plant ◽  
Guadiana River Basin

scholarly journals The efficiency of nano-TiO2 and γ-Al2O3 in copper removal from aqueous solution by characterization and adsorption study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatemeh Ezati ◽  
Ebrahim Sepehr ◽  
Fatemeh Ahmadi
Keyword(s):  
Aqueous Solution ◽  
Ionic Strength ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Physical Adsorption ◽  
Geochemical Modeling ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Background Electrolyte ◽  
Isotherm Models ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
Equilibrium Data

AbstractWater pollution is a major global challenge given the increasing growth in the industry and the human population. The present study aims to investigate the efficiency of TiO2 and γ-Al2O3 nanoadsorbents for removal of copper (Cu(II)) from aqueous solution as influenced by different chemical factors including pH, initial concentration, background electrolyte and, ionic strength. The batch adsorption experiment was performed according to standard experimental methods. Various isotherm models (Freundlich, Langmuir, Temkin, and Dubinin–Radushkevich) were fitted to the equilibrium data. According to geochemical modeling data, adsorption was a predominant mechanism for Cu(II) removal from aqueous solution. Calculated isotherm equations parameters were evidence of the physical adsorption mechanism of Cu(II) onto the surface of the nanoparticles. The Freundlich adsorption isotherm model could well fit the experimental equilibrium data at different pH values. The maximum monolayer adsorption capacity of TiO2 and γ-Al2O3 nanosorbents were found to 9288 and 3607 mg kg−1 at the highest pH value (pH 8) and the highest initial Cu(II) concentration (80 mg L−1) respectively. Copper )Cu(II) (removal efficiency with TiO2 and γ-Al2O3 nanoparticles increased by increasing pH. Copper )Cu(II) (adsorption deceased by increasing ionic strength. The maximum Cu(II) adsorption (4510 mg kg−1) with TiO2 nanoparticles was found at 0.01 M ionic strength in the presence of NaCl. Thermodynamic calculations show the adsorption of Cu(II) ions onto the nanoparticles was spontaneous in nature. Titanium oxide (TiO2) nanosorbents could, therefore, serve as an efficient and low-cost nanomaterial for the remediation of Cu(II) ions polluted aqueous solutions.

scholarly journals Isolation and Characterization of Microcrystalline Cellulose and Preparation of Nano-Crystalline Cellulose from Tropical Water Hyacinth

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 180 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed H. Abdul Latif ◽  
Yasir Fathi Mahmood
Keyword(s):  
Microcrystalline Cellulose ◽  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Crystal Size ◽  
Crystallinity Index ◽  
Crystalline Cellulose ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
Average Crystal Size ◽  
Isolation And Characterization ◽  
Nano Crystalline ◽  
Stretching Vibration

Because of the conservation problems causes by the existence of water hyacinth (W.H) as an watery plant in water bodies of Iraq, our study aimed to make  use of (W.H) by isolation of microcrystalline cellulose, and a new method of preparation of Nano crystalline cellulose. Microcrystalline cellulose was produced using base bleaching method by sodium hypochlorite [NaOCl] to remove unorganized region of cellulose and lignin to create particles comprising of micro crystal and preparing of Nano crystalline cellulose from microcrystalline cellulose by acid hydrolysis and ultrasonic treatment. The Nano crystalline and microcrystalline cellulose characterized by AFM, FTIR, XRD and TGA. FT-IR spectra of microcrystalline cellules and Nano crystalline cellulose show peaks at (1076.28, 1058.92) cm-1 and (1118.71, 1112.93) cm-1 refer to the stretching vibration of   C–O and stretching vibration intermolecular ester bonding.         The AFM image shows that isolated microcrystalline cellulose have a diameter of (141.37 nm) and the prepared Nano crystalline have a diameter of (87.39 nm). The Thermo gravimetric analysis of cellulose showed a high decomposition temperature at (283°C) for microcrystalline cellulose and (253)°C for Nano crystalline cellulose .The thermal stability of microcrystalline cellulose was more than Nano crystalline cellulose XRD result possessed a segal crystallinity index of 92.8 % and a average crystal size of 41.7 A ° for Nano crystalline cellulose and a Segal Crystallinity Index of 86.4 % and a average crystal size of 55.3°A    of microcrystalline cellulose.   

scholarly journals Removal of Zn (II) and Cu (II) Ions from Industrial Wastewaters Using Magnetic Biochar Derived from Water Hyacinth

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benias C. Nyamunda ◽  
Terrence Chivhanga ◽  
Upenyu Guyo ◽  
Fidelis Chigondo
Keyword(s):  
Water Hyacinth ◽  
Contact Time ◽  
Metal Ion ◽  
Adsorption Process ◽  
Kinetic Studies ◽  
Ion Concentration ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
Magnetic Biochar ◽  
Metal Ion Removal ◽  
High Sorption

This study evaluates the effectiveness of magnetic biochar (Fe2O3-EC) derived from water hyacinth in the removal of Cu+2 and Zn+2 from aqueous solution. Fe2O3-EC was prepared by chemical coprecipitation of a mixture of FeCl2 and FeCl3 on water hyacinth biomass followed by pyrolysis. The adsorbent was characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) coupled with energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDX). Batch adsorption studies on the effects of temperature, biosorbent dosage, contact time, and initial metal ion concentration were carried out. Fe2O3-EC exhibited optimum contact time, biosorbent dosage, and pH values of 65 min, 1.2 g, and 6, respectively. Fe2O3-EC exhibited strong magnetic separation ability and high sorption capability. Metal ion adsorption onto the biochar conformed to the Langmuir isotherm. Kinetic studies revealed that the adsorption process followed pseudo-second-order model. The calculated thermodynamic parameters showed that the adsorption process was feasible and exothermic in nature. These results have demonstrated that the use of Fe2O3-EC in metal ion removal could provide an alternative way to manage and utilize this highly problematic invasive species.

scholarly journals Valorization of Toxic Weed Lantana camara L. Biomass for Adsorptive Removal of Lead

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vipin Kumar Saini ◽  
Surindra Suthar ◽  
Chaudhari Karmveer ◽  
Kapil Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Activated Carbon ◽  
Invasive Plant ◽  
High Surface ◽  
High Surface Area ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
Lantana Camara ◽  
Batch Adsorption ◽  
Kinetics Of Adsorption ◽  
Impregnation Technique ◽  
Recycling Potential

Valorization of Lantana camara L., which is a recognized invasive plant, as a potential source of activated carbon is proposed in this study. Its stem and leaf have been utilized for the preparation of activated carbon (ACL and ACS) by following acid-impregnation technique, followed by thermal treatment. The developed activated carbon samples were characterized for their structural and surface related properties by low-temperature nitrogen adsorption isotherm, SEM techniques, and pHPZC method. The samples show reasonable high surface area and pore volume; nonetheless, these properties are higher in case of ACL as compraed to ACS. Both of these samples developed negative charge on their surface due to acid treatment that resulted in an increase in adsorption at pH > 5. The batch adsorption studies on these samples shows the Pb(II) ion adsorption capacities of ACL and ACS were 36.01 and 32.24 mg·g−1, respectively, at 25°C. The kinetics of adsorption with both the sample systems follow the pseudo-second-order model, whereas the experimental equilibrium isotherm data of ACL and ACS were explained by Freundlich and Langmuir models, respectively. For these samples, the HCl shows maximum desorption with which the recycling test on these samples shows that ACS has better recycling potential over ACL samples.

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