In this study, coconut husk cellulose was employed as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly adsorbent to eliminate methylene blue (MB) dye from aqueous solutions. The successful development of response surface...In this study, coconut husk cellulose was employed as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly adsorbent to eliminate methylene blue (MB) dye from aqueous solutions. The successful development of response surface methodology paired with a central composite design (RSM-CCD) enabled the optimization and modelling of the adsorption process. The study investigated the individual and combined effects of three variables (pH, contact time, and initial MB dye concentration) on the adsorption of MB dye onto coconut husk cellulose. The developed RSM-CCD model exhibited a remarkable degree of precision in predicting the removal efficiency of MB dye within the specified experimental parameters. This was demonstrated by the strong regression parameters, with an R<sup>2</sup> value of 99.79% and an adjusted R<sup>2</sup> value of 99.6%. The study depicted that the optimal parameters for attaining a 98.8827% removal of MB dye using coconut husk cellulose were as follows: an initial MB dye concentration of 30 mg∙L<sup>−1</sup>, contact time of 120 minutes, and pH 7 at a fixed adsorbent dose of 0.5 g. The Freundlich isotherm model provided the most satisfactory description of the equilibrium adsorption isotherms, suggesting that MB dye adsorption onto coconut husk cellulose occurs on a heterogeneous surface. The experimental results demonstrated a strong agreement with the pseudo-second-order kinetics model, indicating that the number of active sites present on the cellulose adsorbent predominantly influences the adsorption process of MB dye. Additionally, the adsorbent made from coconut husk cellulose exhibited the potential to be reused, as it retained its efficiency for a maximum of three cycles of adsorption of MB dye. The results of this study show that coconut husk cellulose has the potential to be an effective and sustainable adsorbent for removing MB dye from aqueous solutions.展开更多
In chemical enhanced oil recovery, surfactants are injected into the reservoir with the intention to lower interfacial tension (IFT) between the water and oil phases, and thereby bring about efficient displacement of ...In chemical enhanced oil recovery, surfactants are injected into the reservoir with the intention to lower interfacial tension (IFT) between the water and oil phases, and thereby bring about efficient displacement of oil. However, the adsorption of the surfactants to reservoir rock surfaces leads to the loss and reduction in concentration of the surfactants, which in turn reduces the overall efficiency of the oil recovery process, with attendant financial losses. In this work, the adsorption of Quillaja Saponaria (QS), a novel, natural, non-ionic surfactant, on crushed sandstone reservoir rock is investigated. X-ray diffraction (XRD) study of clean sandstone particles has been undertaken to determine the main components present in the sand particles. The conductivity method was used to measure CMC and the surfactant concentrations in aqueous solutions. Batch adsorption experiments were used to determine the amount of QS adsorbed on rock surface. Equilibrium conditions were reached after almost 5 days. From the results of the study, the Langmuir isotherm model is more suited for predicting the adsorption behaviour of QS on sandstone. The kinetic adsorption of QS obeys the pseudo-second order model. This study is particularly relevant in surfactant selection for chemical EOR processes.展开更多
Zearalenone is a mycotoxin produced by Fusarium species.It frequently contaminates cereals used for foods or animal feeds,especially deposited in crude corn oil.Certain amounts of zearalenone can be removed during ref...Zearalenone is a mycotoxin produced by Fusarium species.It frequently contaminates cereals used for foods or animal feeds,especially deposited in crude corn oil.Certain amounts of zearalenone can be removed during refining processes.In this study,we studied the influence of activated carbon and six industial absorbents(zeolite,diatomite,attapulgite,perlite,montmorillonite and activated clay)on the elimination of zearalenone during bleaching process of corn oil and explored the absorption mechanism of activated carbon.Results showed that activated carbon had an excellent adsorption capacity of zearalenone compared with the other six industrial adsorbents.For activated carbon,a high removal rate of zearalenone(exceeding 83%)from heavily zearalenone-polluted corn oil was achieved and the removal rate of zearalenone was kept above 60%after five regeneration cycles.The research on the adsorption mechanism of activated carbon showed that Freundlich adsorption isotherm model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model could well described the adsorption process.The thermodynamic study demonstrated that adsorption process was spontaneous and exothermic.Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy further revealed that activated carbon was effectively combined with zearalenone viaπ-πinteraction.Thus,activated carbon is an efficient and suitable adsorbent to control the levels of zearalenone during bleaching process of corn oil.This study not only proposed a systematic research scheme for the mechanism study of activated carbon for the elimination of zearalenone in corn oil,but also provided the scientific basis for developing effective methods to eliminate zearalenone in refined vegetable oils.展开更多
The research on the adsorption equilibria,kinetics,and increase in process temperature of the volatile organic compound(VOC)adsorption in porous materials ensures safe production,thereby reducing production costs and ...The research on the adsorption equilibria,kinetics,and increase in process temperature of the volatile organic compound(VOC)adsorption in porous materials ensures safe production,thereby reducing production costs and improving separation efficiency.Therefore,it is critical in predicting the entire adsorption process based on minimal or no experimental input of the adsorbate and adsorbent.We discuss,in this review,the factors that affect the adsorption performance of VOCs in activated carbons,including the adsorption equilibrium,adsorption kinetics,and exotherm during adsorption.Subsequently,the existing prediction models are summarized and compared concerning the adsorption equilibrium,adsorption kinetics,and exothermic process of adsorption.We then propose a new prediction model based on intermolecular interaction and provide an outlook toward the design and manipulation of efficient adsorbents for the VOC system.展开更多
The adsorption capacity and absorption rate for electrolyte onto activated carbon are important parameters used to characterize activated carbon electric double-layer capacitor electrodes. In this paper the pore struc...The adsorption capacity and absorption rate for electrolyte onto activated carbon are important parameters used to characterize activated carbon electric double-layer capacitor electrodes. In this paper the pore structure of typical commercial activated carbons, and various Mn-doped activated carbons prepared on a laboratory scale, are described. The pore structure was character-ized by N2 adsorption/desorption isotherms. Isotherms for K+ adsorption onto these activated carbons from the aqueous phase were also obtained. The experimental, equilibrium K+ adsorption data were fitted to the Langmuir, Freundlich or Temkin equations. Adsorption of K+ onto the activated carbons was measured and plotted as a function of time. The adsorption kinetic data were modeled by either pseudo-first or pseudo-second order equations. The Elvoich equation, a liquid film diffusion and an intra-particle diffusion model were used to fit the kinetic data. The results indicate that the adsorption of K+ onto activated carbon is influenced by many factors including pore size distribution, specific surface area and the surface chemistry of the activated carbons. The Temkin equation best describes the equilibrium adsorption data. The pseudo-second order model exactly describes the whole adsorption process, which is controlled by both liquid film and intra-particle diffusion.展开更多
How to remove trace amount of sulfur in benzene is of significance,and deep desulfurization by Ni-containing absorbents is an efficient and promising method.In this paper,The Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent was prepared and...How to remove trace amount of sulfur in benzene is of significance,and deep desulfurization by Ni-containing absorbents is an efficient and promising method.In this paper,The Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent was prepared and its kinetic and thermodynamic characteristics on adsorptive desulfurization of benzene were studied.The results showed that Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent exhibited good adsorption performance.The equilibrium isotherms indicated that the adsorption of thiophene over the Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent complied with the Freundlich model.The results of adsorption kinetics studies showed that the pseudo-second-order kinetics equation was more advantageous than the pseudo-first-order kinetics equation in describing the adsorption kinetics of thiophene on Raney Ni/Al2 O3.The rate constant value(kp)was positively correlated with the temperature whereas the adsorption mass transfer process was mainly determined by the intraparticle and film diffusion.The adsorption thermodynamic analysis proved that△G^0<0,△H^0>0,and△S^0>0,implying that the adsorption was a spontaneous,entropy-increasing and endothermic process.展开更多
The waste coffee-grounds carbon(WCGC)was prepared with H_(3)PO_(4)treated using waste coffee-grounds as precursor.Its adsorption ability was studied using phenol as test molecule.The influence of H_(3)PO_(4)treated,ca...The waste coffee-grounds carbon(WCGC)was prepared with H_(3)PO_(4)treated using waste coffee-grounds as precursor.Its adsorption ability was studied using phenol as test molecule.The influence of H_(3)PO_(4)treated,calcined temperature,the initial phenol concentration,the doge of carbon and original pH values on phenol adsorption ability were investigated.Characterization of WCGC was performed by N_(2)adsorption isotherms,Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FT-IR),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),and X-ray diffraction(XRD)techniques.First,the second order and Weber-Morris model reaction rate models were used to estimate the WCGC adsorption ability.The results show that the produced WCGC(700℃,2 h)has been graphitized and the layered structure increased BET surface to 435.98 m^(2)/g and adsorption phenol ability.The initial phenol concentration is 50 mg/L,the amount of WCGC(700℃,2 h)is 0.2 g,and the phenol adsorption rate is 97%after 270 min and no intermediate product formation.The adsorption kinetics of the selected WCGC is best fitted by the Weber-Morris model.展开更多
The adsorption of Fe(Ⅲ)ions from aqueous solution by chitosan alpha-ketoglutaric acid(KCTS)and hydroxamated chitosan alpha-ketoglutaric acid(HKCTS)was studied in a batch adsorption system.Experiments were carried out...The adsorption of Fe(Ⅲ)ions from aqueous solution by chitosan alpha-ketoglutaric acid(KCTS)and hydroxamated chitosan alpha-ketoglutaric acid(HKCTS)was studied in a batch adsorption system.Experiments were carried out as function of pH,temperature,agitation rate and concentration of Fe(Ⅲ)ions.The Langmuir and Freundlich adsorption models were applied to describe the equilibrium isotherms and isotherm constants were determined.The Langmuir model agrees very well with experimental data.The pseudo-first-orde...展开更多
The objective of the presented work was to assess the adsorption processes of Cu(Ⅱ) from aqueous solution onto a granular activated carbon (GAC) and a modified activated carbon (MAC) with nitric acid. Available surfa...The objective of the presented work was to assess the adsorption processes of Cu(Ⅱ) from aqueous solution onto a granular activated carbon (GAC) and a modified activated carbon (MAC) with nitric acid. Available surface functional groups, pH of the isoelectric point (pHIEP), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopes were obtained to characterize the GAC/MAC. Factors influencing Cu(Ⅱ) adsorption such as adsorbent dosage, pH of solution, and contact time of the adsorption onto the MAC/GAC had been investigated in a batch experiment. Experimental equilibrium data had been obtained and modelled using both Freundlich and Langmuir classical adsorption isotherms and the data fitted better to Langmuir isotherm. It was found that nitric acid modification increased the Cu(Ⅱ) adsorption capacity to 90.9 mg/g, which was higher than the unmodified carbon by 41%. Two simplified models including pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order equations were selected to follow the adsorption processes.展开更多
In this study, the adsorption of Cerium from synthetic solution containing cerium oxide is investigated using activated carbon developed from rice straw that is activated by H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4<...In this study, the adsorption of Cerium from synthetic solution containing cerium oxide is investigated using activated carbon developed from rice straw that is activated by H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub>. SEM and FTIR techniques are used to examine structural and morphological characteristics of rice straw and activated carbon. The optimum conditions obtained with the highest adsorption include contact time = 500 minutes, pH = 4, temperature = 35°C, cerium concentration = 300 ppm, and adsorbent dosage = 0.02 gr. The highest adsorption of Cerium is determined by 4.13 mg/g. Adsorption kinetics of cerium and equilibrium behavior is studied. It indicates that the adsorption process obeys Pseudo-first-order kinetic model and Langmuir isotherm model. The results of this study show that the activated carbon developed from rice straw activated by H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub> is a relatively effective adsorbent for the adsorption of cerium from aqueous solution.展开更多
This study is to prepare chitosan beads modified with sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) to effectively remove Cr(III) from an aqueous solution. The characterizations of SDS-chitosan by scanning electron microscopy-energy d...This study is to prepare chitosan beads modified with sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) to effectively remove Cr(III) from an aqueous solution. The characterizations of SDS-chitosan by scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) proved the successful synthesis of the adsorbent. The adsorption of Cr(III) on the SDS material was investigated by varying experimental conditions such as pH, contact time and adsorbent dosage. The maximum adsorption capacity of SDS-chitosan for Cr(III) was estimated to be 3.42 mg?g<sup>-1</sup>. The results of adsorption kinetics and isothermal models show that the adsorption process conforms to the pseudo-second-order and Langmuir isotherm models, indicating that the adsorption is single-layer chemical adsorption. Thermodynamic analyses indicate that the adsorption of Cr(III) is an endothermic reaction. These results show that the new adsorbent has obvious application prospect to eliminate Cr(III).展开更多
Mango peels,which constitute a significant proportion of urban waste,have been modified with phosphoric acid for use as a biosorbent in the removal of methylene blue from wastewater.The characterization of the obtaine...Mango peels,which constitute a significant proportion of urban waste,have been modified with phosphoric acid for use as a biosorbent in the removal of methylene blue from wastewater.The characterization of the obtained biosorbent showed that cellulose is the primary constituent followed by lignin and hemicellulose.The high water content and the low value of ash content indicate that the studied biosorbent is a porous material containing a low proportion of inorganic,inert,amorphous and unusable part for biosorbent production.The zero charge point(pHpzc)assessment showed that the overall surface charge of the biosorbent is negative and therefore plays a key role in the adsorption process.The adsorption of methylene blue by mango peels biosorbent is a two-step process:a rapid first step in which over 90%methylene blue is removed in less than 10 min followed by a slowdown of the adsorption rate when approaching the adsorption equilibrium.Among pseudo-first,pseudo-second order and intraparticle diffusion kinetics models studies,pseudo-second order was the best applicable to describe methylene blue adsorption,suggesting a two-step mechanism:the transfer of methylene blue molecules from the solution to the mango peels biosorbent surface,followed by the interaction between adsorbates and surface.The equilibrium adsorption data were analyzed by Langmuir,Freundlich and Temkin isotherms models.Among them,Langmuir was the best model to describe adsorption,indicating the existence of homogeneous distribution of adsorption sites on mango peels biosorbent surface and a mono-layer adsorption of methylene blue molecules.The low value of Temkin’s constant B relative to the interaction energy between methylene blue molecules and the surface of the biosorbent shows that the adsorption involved is a physisorption process.展开更多
The adsorption kinetics for model pollutants on activated carbon fiber(ACF)by polarization was investigated in this work.Kinetics data obtained for the adsorption of these model pollutants at open-circuit,400 mV,and−4...The adsorption kinetics for model pollutants on activated carbon fiber(ACF)by polarization was investigated in this work.Kinetics data obtained for the adsorption of these model pollutants at open-circuit,400 mV,and−400 mV polarization were applied to the Lagergren equation,and adsorption rate constants(Ka)were determined.With the anodic polarization of 400 mV,the capacity of sodium phenoxide was increased from 0.0083 mmol/g at open-circuit to 0.18 mmol/g,and a 17-fold enhancement was achieved;however,the capacity of p-nitrophenol was decreased from 2.93 mmol/g at open-circuit to 2.65 mmol/g.With the cathodal polarization of−400 mV,the capacity of aniline was improved from 3.60 mmol/g at open-circuit to 3.88 mmol/g;however,the capacity of sodium dodecylben-zene sulfonate was reduced from 2.20 mmol/g at open-circuit to 1.59 mmol/g.The enhancement for electrosorption changed with dif ferent groups substituting.Anodic polarization enhances the adsorption of benzene with the electron-donating group.But whether anodic or not,cathodal polariza-tion had less effect on the adsorption of electron-accepting aromatic compounds,and decreased the adsorption capacity of benzene-bearing donor-conjugate bridge-acceptor,while increasing its adsorption rate.Electrostatic interaction played a very important role in the electrosorption of ion-pollutants.展开更多
Flue gas and coal bed methane are two important sources of greenhouse gases.Pressure swing adsorption process has a wide range of application in the field of gas separation,and the selection of adsorbent is crucial.In...Flue gas and coal bed methane are two important sources of greenhouse gases.Pressure swing adsorption process has a wide range of application in the field of gas separation,and the selection of adsorbent is crucial.In this regard,in order to assess the better adsorbent for separating CO_(2) from flue gas and CH_(4) from coal bed methane,adsorption isotherms of CO_(2),CH_(4) and N_(2) on activated carbon and carbon molecular sieve are measured at 303.15,318.15 and 333.15 K,and up to 250 kPa.The experimental data fit better with Langmuir 2 compared to Langmuir 3 and LangmuireFreundlich models,and Clausius eClapeyron equation was used to calculate the isosteric heat.Both the order of the adsorbed amount and the adsorption heat on the two adsorbents are CO_(2)>CH_(4)>N_(2).The adsorption kinetics are calculated by the pseudo-first kinetic model,and the order of adsorption rates on activated carbon is N_(2)-CH_(4)>CO_(2),while on carbon molecular sieve,it is CO_(2)-N_(2)>CH_(4).It is shown that relative molecular mass and adsorption heat are the primary effect on kinetics for activated carbon,while kinetic diameter is the main resistance factor for carbon molecular sieve.Moreover,the adsorption selectivity of CH_(4)/N_(2) and CO_(2)/N_(2) were estimated with the ideal adsorption solution theory,and carbon molecular sieve performed best at 318.15 K for both CO_(2) and CH_(4) separation.The study suggested that activated carbon is a better choice for separating flue gas and carbon molecular sieve can be a strong candidate for separating coal bed methane.展开更多
Novel SiO_(2)-LiBr microcapsules for water-retaining pavement were prepared and firstly characterized by scanning electron microscope(SEM),particle size analysis,and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FT-IR).The ...Novel SiO_(2)-LiBr microcapsules for water-retaining pavement were prepared and firstly characterized by scanning electron microscope(SEM),particle size analysis,and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FT-IR).The water vapor sorption and desorption of the formulated microcapsules was then experimentally studied using dynamic vapor sorption(DVS),with the results fitted to three kinds of adsorption kinetics models.In addition,the specific surface area(SSA)was also calculated based on BET theory;and the thermal performance was investigated by laser flash analysis(LFA).Experimental results show a change of 103%in mass of the microcapsule sample under 90%relative humidity(RH)at 30℃after water vapor sorption.The fitting of results indicates that the adsorption process is mainly governed by the intra-particle diffusion mechanism,followed by the pseudo-first-order adsorption process.In comparison with most conventional pavement materials,it is found that the SSA of the formulated microcapsules is much larger while the thermal conductivity is lower.The unique properties of the formulated SiO_(2)-LiBr microcapsules have significant potential to take the edge off the urban heat island effect and reduce rutting when applied to water-retaining pavement materials.展开更多
To investigate the process of RE^(3+)anti-adsorption on ion-adsorption type rare earth tailings,the thermodynamics,adsorption kinetics and infrared spectroscopy of these materials were investigated.The results indicat...To investigate the process of RE^(3+)anti-adsorption on ion-adsorption type rare earth tailings,the thermodynamics,adsorption kinetics and infrared spectroscopy of these materials were investigated.The results indicate that the initial reaction rate of anti-adsorption of rare earth tailings is fast,but it reaches a balance in 6 min.The formula 1-2a/3-(1-a)2/3=k_2t(k represents rate constant of the reaction,a represents anti-adsorption rate of rare earth ore,t represents anti-adsorption time)of internal diffusion can be used to predict the kinetics of anti-adsorption in IATRE tailings.BecauseΔH<0,ΔG<0,ΔS>0(ΔH,ΔG,ΔS represent change of enthalpy,Gibbs free energy and entropy,respectively),the anti-adsorption of RE^(3+)on ion-adsorption type RE tailings is a spontaneous physical adsorption process.The effects of ligand exchange and strong chemical bond are not found in this process.Because the anti-adsorption process is exothermic,heating will inhibit the reaction and decrease the anti-adsorption performance.According to the infrared spectrum analysis,there are no significant changes in the mineral surface after anti-adsorption.Based on these findings,the anti-adsorption of rare earth tailings is physical adsorption.展开更多
The effect of nanotechnology on cadmium and zinc removal from aqueous solution was investigated. In order to characterize micro and nano phragmites australis adsorbent, we analyzed the data via FTIR, SEM, PSA, and EDX...The effect of nanotechnology on cadmium and zinc removal from aqueous solution was investigated. In order to characterize micro and nano phragmites australis adsorbent, we analyzed the data via FTIR, SEM, PSA, and EDX. The effect of various parameters such as p H, contact time, amount of adsorbent and initial concentration, was investigated. The optimum p H for the removal of cadmium for micro and nano phragmites australis adsorbent was 7, and for the removal of zinc by the micro adsorbent was 7 and by nano adsorbent was 6. The equilibrium time of zinc was 90 min and for the adsorption of cadmium by micro and nano adsorbent were 90 and 30 min, respectively. The optimum dose of micro adsorbent for the removal of cadmium was 0.7 g, and the other dose for the removal of zinc and cadmium was 0.5 g. The evaluation of adsorbent's distribution coefficient showed that the highest rates of distribution coefficient with initial concentration of 5, 10, 30, and 50 mg/L were 394.83, 587.62, 759.39 and 1101.52 L/kg, respectively, which were observed in nano adsorbent. Desorption experiments for the nano adsorbent in three cycles were done. Among kinetics models, our experimental data were more consistent with Hoo kinetic model and for isotherm models, Freundlich isotherm was more consistent. The results show that nanotechnology could increase the performance of adsorbents and enhance the efficiency of the adsorption of cadmium and zinc ions.展开更多
Nanofibers with high specific surface area and chemical stability have broad prospects in the applications of adsorption.However,the adsorption capacity is limited by the scarcity of adsorption groups and storage spac...Nanofibers with high specific surface area and chemical stability have broad prospects in the applications of adsorption.However,the adsorption capacity is limited by the scarcity of adsorption groups and storage space.Herein,the activated carbon-hybridized and amine-modified nanofibers are prepared by integrating activated carbon(AC)and polyacrylonitrile(PAN)via electrospinning method and the subsequent amination,which could provide additional storage space and adsorption groups for ultrahigh adsorption capability.Thus,the obtained amine-rich porous PAN nanofibers(APAN/AC)readily realized the ultrahigh adsorption capacity for metal ions and dyes in wastewater.Specifically,the adsorption capacity of APAN/AC nanofibers were 284 mg·g^(-1) for Cr(VI)and 248 mg·g^(-1) for methyl orange,which were almost 2 and 4 times than that of amine-modified nanofibers(APAN)and carbon-hybridized nanofibers(PAN/AC),respectively.Moreover,the AC inhibited the chain mobility of polymer matrix and thereby endowing APAN/AC nanofibers with excellent recyclability.The adsorption capability retained 80%after nine adsorption-desorption cycles.The adsorption kinetics and corresponding mechanism were further explored.This strategy combines the advantages of polymer nanofibers and AC,opening a new avenue for developing next-generation absorbent materials.展开更多
To improve the removal capacity of NO + O_(2) effectively, the alkaline earth metal-doped order mesoporous carbon(A-C-FDU-15(0.001)(A = Mg, Ca, Sr and Ba)) and Mg-C-FDU-15( x)( x = 0.001-0.003) samples were prepared, ...To improve the removal capacity of NO + O_(2) effectively, the alkaline earth metal-doped order mesoporous carbon(A-C-FDU-15(0.001)(A = Mg, Ca, Sr and Ba)) and Mg-C-FDU-15( x)( x = 0.001-0.003) samples were prepared, and their physicochemical and NO + O_(2) adsorption properties were determined by means of various techniques. The results show that the sequence in(NO + O_(2)) adsorption performance was as follows: Mg-C-FDU-15(0.001)(93.2 mg/g) > Ca-C-FDU-15(0.001)(82.2 mg/g) > Sr-C-FDU-15(0.001)(76.1 mg/g) > Ba-C-FDU-15(0.001)(72.9 mg/g) > C-FDU-15(67.1 mg/g). Among all of the A-C-FDU-15(0.001) samples, Mg-C-FDU-15(0.001) possessed the highest(NO + O_(2)) adsorption capacity(106.2 mg/g). The species of alkaline earth metals and basic sites were important factors determining the adsorption of NO + O_(2) on the A-C-FDU-15( x) samples, and(NO + O_(2)) adsorption on the samples was mainly chemical adsorption. Combined with the results of(NO + O_(2))-temperatureprogrammed desorption((NO + O_(2))-TPD) and in situ diffused reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy(DRIFTS) characterization, we deduced that there were two main pathways of(NO + O_(2)) adsorption: one was first the conversion of NO and O_(2) to NO_(2) and then part of NO_(2) was converted to NO_(2)^(-) and NO_(3)^(-);and the other was the direct oxidation of NO to NO-2 and NO_(3)^(-).展开更多
文摘In this study, coconut husk cellulose was employed as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly adsorbent to eliminate methylene blue (MB) dye from aqueous solutions. The successful development of response surface methodology paired with a central composite design (RSM-CCD) enabled the optimization and modelling of the adsorption process. The study investigated the individual and combined effects of three variables (pH, contact time, and initial MB dye concentration) on the adsorption of MB dye onto coconut husk cellulose. The developed RSM-CCD model exhibited a remarkable degree of precision in predicting the removal efficiency of MB dye within the specified experimental parameters. This was demonstrated by the strong regression parameters, with an R<sup>2</sup> value of 99.79% and an adjusted R<sup>2</sup> value of 99.6%. The study depicted that the optimal parameters for attaining a 98.8827% removal of MB dye using coconut husk cellulose were as follows: an initial MB dye concentration of 30 mg∙L<sup>−1</sup>, contact time of 120 minutes, and pH 7 at a fixed adsorbent dose of 0.5 g. The Freundlich isotherm model provided the most satisfactory description of the equilibrium adsorption isotherms, suggesting that MB dye adsorption onto coconut husk cellulose occurs on a heterogeneous surface. The experimental results demonstrated a strong agreement with the pseudo-second-order kinetics model, indicating that the number of active sites present on the cellulose adsorbent predominantly influences the adsorption process of MB dye. Additionally, the adsorbent made from coconut husk cellulose exhibited the potential to be reused, as it retained its efficiency for a maximum of three cycles of adsorption of MB dye. The results of this study show that coconut husk cellulose has the potential to be an effective and sustainable adsorbent for removing MB dye from aqueous solutions.
文摘In chemical enhanced oil recovery, surfactants are injected into the reservoir with the intention to lower interfacial tension (IFT) between the water and oil phases, and thereby bring about efficient displacement of oil. However, the adsorption of the surfactants to reservoir rock surfaces leads to the loss and reduction in concentration of the surfactants, which in turn reduces the overall efficiency of the oil recovery process, with attendant financial losses. In this work, the adsorption of Quillaja Saponaria (QS), a novel, natural, non-ionic surfactant, on crushed sandstone reservoir rock is investigated. X-ray diffraction (XRD) study of clean sandstone particles has been undertaken to determine the main components present in the sand particles. The conductivity method was used to measure CMC and the surfactant concentrations in aqueous solutions. Batch adsorption experiments were used to determine the amount of QS adsorbed on rock surface. Equilibrium conditions were reached after almost 5 days. From the results of the study, the Langmuir isotherm model is more suited for predicting the adsorption behaviour of QS on sandstone. The kinetic adsorption of QS obeys the pseudo-second order model. This study is particularly relevant in surfactant selection for chemical EOR processes.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31972110)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2018YFD0401102).
文摘Zearalenone is a mycotoxin produced by Fusarium species.It frequently contaminates cereals used for foods or animal feeds,especially deposited in crude corn oil.Certain amounts of zearalenone can be removed during refining processes.In this study,we studied the influence of activated carbon and six industial absorbents(zeolite,diatomite,attapulgite,perlite,montmorillonite and activated clay)on the elimination of zearalenone during bleaching process of corn oil and explored the absorption mechanism of activated carbon.Results showed that activated carbon had an excellent adsorption capacity of zearalenone compared with the other six industrial adsorbents.For activated carbon,a high removal rate of zearalenone(exceeding 83%)from heavily zearalenone-polluted corn oil was achieved and the removal rate of zearalenone was kept above 60%after five regeneration cycles.The research on the adsorption mechanism of activated carbon showed that Freundlich adsorption isotherm model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model could well described the adsorption process.The thermodynamic study demonstrated that adsorption process was spontaneous and exothermic.Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy further revealed that activated carbon was effectively combined with zearalenone viaπ-πinteraction.Thus,activated carbon is an efficient and suitable adsorbent to control the levels of zearalenone during bleaching process of corn oil.This study not only proposed a systematic research scheme for the mechanism study of activated carbon for the elimination of zearalenone in corn oil,but also provided the scientific basis for developing effective methods to eliminate zearalenone in refined vegetable oils.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22008107,21838004)DTRA through the grant HDTRA11910008 of the USA。
文摘The research on the adsorption equilibria,kinetics,and increase in process temperature of the volatile organic compound(VOC)adsorption in porous materials ensures safe production,thereby reducing production costs and improving separation efficiency.Therefore,it is critical in predicting the entire adsorption process based on minimal or no experimental input of the adsorbate and adsorbent.We discuss,in this review,the factors that affect the adsorption performance of VOCs in activated carbons,including the adsorption equilibrium,adsorption kinetics,and exotherm during adsorption.Subsequently,the existing prediction models are summarized and compared concerning the adsorption equilibrium,adsorption kinetics,and exothermic process of adsorption.We then propose a new prediction model based on intermolecular interaction and provide an outlook toward the design and manipulation of efficient adsorbents for the VOC system.
基金the financial support from the Research Fund for the Doctoral Program of Higher Education of China (No.2006 0290006)
文摘The adsorption capacity and absorption rate for electrolyte onto activated carbon are important parameters used to characterize activated carbon electric double-layer capacitor electrodes. In this paper the pore structure of typical commercial activated carbons, and various Mn-doped activated carbons prepared on a laboratory scale, are described. The pore structure was character-ized by N2 adsorption/desorption isotherms. Isotherms for K+ adsorption onto these activated carbons from the aqueous phase were also obtained. The experimental, equilibrium K+ adsorption data were fitted to the Langmuir, Freundlich or Temkin equations. Adsorption of K+ onto the activated carbons was measured and plotted as a function of time. The adsorption kinetic data were modeled by either pseudo-first or pseudo-second order equations. The Elvoich equation, a liquid film diffusion and an intra-particle diffusion model were used to fit the kinetic data. The results indicate that the adsorption of K+ onto activated carbon is influenced by many factors including pore size distribution, specific surface area and the surface chemistry of the activated carbons. The Temkin equation best describes the equilibrium adsorption data. The pseudo-second order model exactly describes the whole adsorption process, which is controlled by both liquid film and intra-particle diffusion.
基金financially supported by the Importation and Development of High-Caliber Talents Project of Beijing Municipal Institutions(CIT&TCD 20130325)the Project of Construction of Innovative Teams and Teacher Career Development for Universities and Colleges under Beijing Municipality(IDHT20180508)。
文摘How to remove trace amount of sulfur in benzene is of significance,and deep desulfurization by Ni-containing absorbents is an efficient and promising method.In this paper,The Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent was prepared and its kinetic and thermodynamic characteristics on adsorptive desulfurization of benzene were studied.The results showed that Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent exhibited good adsorption performance.The equilibrium isotherms indicated that the adsorption of thiophene over the Raney Ni/Al2 O3 adsorbent complied with the Freundlich model.The results of adsorption kinetics studies showed that the pseudo-second-order kinetics equation was more advantageous than the pseudo-first-order kinetics equation in describing the adsorption kinetics of thiophene on Raney Ni/Al2 O3.The rate constant value(kp)was positively correlated with the temperature whereas the adsorption mass transfer process was mainly determined by the intraparticle and film diffusion.The adsorption thermodynamic analysis proved that△G^0<0,△H^0>0,and△S^0>0,implying that the adsorption was a spontaneous,entropy-increasing and endothermic process.
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文摘The waste coffee-grounds carbon(WCGC)was prepared with H_(3)PO_(4)treated using waste coffee-grounds as precursor.Its adsorption ability was studied using phenol as test molecule.The influence of H_(3)PO_(4)treated,calcined temperature,the initial phenol concentration,the doge of carbon and original pH values on phenol adsorption ability were investigated.Characterization of WCGC was performed by N_(2)adsorption isotherms,Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FT-IR),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),and X-ray diffraction(XRD)techniques.First,the second order and Weber-Morris model reaction rate models were used to estimate the WCGC adsorption ability.The results show that the produced WCGC(700℃,2 h)has been graphitized and the layered structure increased BET surface to 435.98 m^(2)/g and adsorption phenol ability.The initial phenol concentration is 50 mg/L,the amount of WCGC(700℃,2 h)is 0.2 g,and the phenol adsorption rate is 97%after 270 min and no intermediate product formation.The adsorption kinetics of the selected WCGC is best fitted by the Weber-Morris model.
基金This work was financially supported by the National Science Foundation of China(No.20376085).
文摘The adsorption of Fe(Ⅲ)ions from aqueous solution by chitosan alpha-ketoglutaric acid(KCTS)and hydroxamated chitosan alpha-ketoglutaric acid(HKCTS)was studied in a batch adsorption system.Experiments were carried out as function of pH,temperature,agitation rate and concentration of Fe(Ⅲ)ions.The Langmuir and Freundlich adsorption models were applied to describe the equilibrium isotherms and isotherm constants were determined.The Langmuir model agrees very well with experimental data.The pseudo-first-orde...
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文摘The objective of the presented work was to assess the adsorption processes of Cu(Ⅱ) from aqueous solution onto a granular activated carbon (GAC) and a modified activated carbon (MAC) with nitric acid. Available surface functional groups, pH of the isoelectric point (pHIEP), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopes were obtained to characterize the GAC/MAC. Factors influencing Cu(Ⅱ) adsorption such as adsorbent dosage, pH of solution, and contact time of the adsorption onto the MAC/GAC had been investigated in a batch experiment. Experimental equilibrium data had been obtained and modelled using both Freundlich and Langmuir classical adsorption isotherms and the data fitted better to Langmuir isotherm. It was found that nitric acid modification increased the Cu(Ⅱ) adsorption capacity to 90.9 mg/g, which was higher than the unmodified carbon by 41%. Two simplified models including pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order equations were selected to follow the adsorption processes.
文摘In this study, the adsorption of Cerium from synthetic solution containing cerium oxide is investigated using activated carbon developed from rice straw that is activated by H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub>. SEM and FTIR techniques are used to examine structural and morphological characteristics of rice straw and activated carbon. The optimum conditions obtained with the highest adsorption include contact time = 500 minutes, pH = 4, temperature = 35°C, cerium concentration = 300 ppm, and adsorbent dosage = 0.02 gr. The highest adsorption of Cerium is determined by 4.13 mg/g. Adsorption kinetics of cerium and equilibrium behavior is studied. It indicates that the adsorption process obeys Pseudo-first-order kinetic model and Langmuir isotherm model. The results of this study show that the activated carbon developed from rice straw activated by H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub> is a relatively effective adsorbent for the adsorption of cerium from aqueous solution.
文摘This study is to prepare chitosan beads modified with sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) to effectively remove Cr(III) from an aqueous solution. The characterizations of SDS-chitosan by scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) proved the successful synthesis of the adsorbent. The adsorption of Cr(III) on the SDS material was investigated by varying experimental conditions such as pH, contact time and adsorbent dosage. The maximum adsorption capacity of SDS-chitosan for Cr(III) was estimated to be 3.42 mg?g<sup>-1</sup>. The results of adsorption kinetics and isothermal models show that the adsorption process conforms to the pseudo-second-order and Langmuir isotherm models, indicating that the adsorption is single-layer chemical adsorption. Thermodynamic analyses indicate that the adsorption of Cr(III) is an endothermic reaction. These results show that the new adsorbent has obvious application prospect to eliminate Cr(III).
文摘Mango peels,which constitute a significant proportion of urban waste,have been modified with phosphoric acid for use as a biosorbent in the removal of methylene blue from wastewater.The characterization of the obtained biosorbent showed that cellulose is the primary constituent followed by lignin and hemicellulose.The high water content and the low value of ash content indicate that the studied biosorbent is a porous material containing a low proportion of inorganic,inert,amorphous and unusable part for biosorbent production.The zero charge point(pHpzc)assessment showed that the overall surface charge of the biosorbent is negative and therefore plays a key role in the adsorption process.The adsorption of methylene blue by mango peels biosorbent is a two-step process:a rapid first step in which over 90%methylene blue is removed in less than 10 min followed by a slowdown of the adsorption rate when approaching the adsorption equilibrium.Among pseudo-first,pseudo-second order and intraparticle diffusion kinetics models studies,pseudo-second order was the best applicable to describe methylene blue adsorption,suggesting a two-step mechanism:the transfer of methylene blue molecules from the solution to the mango peels biosorbent surface,followed by the interaction between adsorbates and surface.The equilibrium adsorption data were analyzed by Langmuir,Freundlich and Temkin isotherms models.Among them,Langmuir was the best model to describe adsorption,indicating the existence of homogeneous distribution of adsorption sites on mango peels biosorbent surface and a mono-layer adsorption of methylene blue molecules.The low value of Temkin’s constant B relative to the interaction energy between methylene blue molecules and the surface of the biosorbent shows that the adsorption involved is a physisorption process.
基金This work was supported by the National Key Basic Research and Development(973)Program of China(Grant No.2003CB415006).
文摘The adsorption kinetics for model pollutants on activated carbon fiber(ACF)by polarization was investigated in this work.Kinetics data obtained for the adsorption of these model pollutants at open-circuit,400 mV,and−400 mV polarization were applied to the Lagergren equation,and adsorption rate constants(Ka)were determined.With the anodic polarization of 400 mV,the capacity of sodium phenoxide was increased from 0.0083 mmol/g at open-circuit to 0.18 mmol/g,and a 17-fold enhancement was achieved;however,the capacity of p-nitrophenol was decreased from 2.93 mmol/g at open-circuit to 2.65 mmol/g.With the cathodal polarization of−400 mV,the capacity of aniline was improved from 3.60 mmol/g at open-circuit to 3.88 mmol/g;however,the capacity of sodium dodecylben-zene sulfonate was reduced from 2.20 mmol/g at open-circuit to 1.59 mmol/g.The enhancement for electrosorption changed with dif ferent groups substituting.Anodic polarization enhances the adsorption of benzene with the electron-donating group.But whether anodic or not,cathodal polariza-tion had less effect on the adsorption of electron-accepting aromatic compounds,and decreased the adsorption capacity of benzene-bearing donor-conjugate bridge-acceptor,while increasing its adsorption rate.Electrostatic interaction played a very important role in the electrosorption of ion-pollutants.
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文摘Flue gas and coal bed methane are two important sources of greenhouse gases.Pressure swing adsorption process has a wide range of application in the field of gas separation,and the selection of adsorbent is crucial.In this regard,in order to assess the better adsorbent for separating CO_(2) from flue gas and CH_(4) from coal bed methane,adsorption isotherms of CO_(2),CH_(4) and N_(2) on activated carbon and carbon molecular sieve are measured at 303.15,318.15 and 333.15 K,and up to 250 kPa.The experimental data fit better with Langmuir 2 compared to Langmuir 3 and LangmuireFreundlich models,and Clausius eClapeyron equation was used to calculate the isosteric heat.Both the order of the adsorbed amount and the adsorption heat on the two adsorbents are CO_(2)>CH_(4)>N_(2).The adsorption kinetics are calculated by the pseudo-first kinetic model,and the order of adsorption rates on activated carbon is N_(2)-CH_(4)>CO_(2),while on carbon molecular sieve,it is CO_(2)-N_(2)>CH_(4).It is shown that relative molecular mass and adsorption heat are the primary effect on kinetics for activated carbon,while kinetic diameter is the main resistance factor for carbon molecular sieve.Moreover,the adsorption selectivity of CH_(4)/N_(2) and CO_(2)/N_(2) were estimated with the ideal adsorption solution theory,and carbon molecular sieve performed best at 318.15 K for both CO_(2) and CH_(4) separation.The study suggested that activated carbon is a better choice for separating flue gas and carbon molecular sieve can be a strong candidate for separating coal bed methane.
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文摘Novel SiO_(2)-LiBr microcapsules for water-retaining pavement were prepared and firstly characterized by scanning electron microscope(SEM),particle size analysis,and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FT-IR).The water vapor sorption and desorption of the formulated microcapsules was then experimentally studied using dynamic vapor sorption(DVS),with the results fitted to three kinds of adsorption kinetics models.In addition,the specific surface area(SSA)was also calculated based on BET theory;and the thermal performance was investigated by laser flash analysis(LFA).Experimental results show a change of 103%in mass of the microcapsule sample under 90%relative humidity(RH)at 30℃after water vapor sorption.The fitting of results indicates that the adsorption process is mainly governed by the intra-particle diffusion mechanism,followed by the pseudo-first-order adsorption process.In comparison with most conventional pavement materials,it is found that the SSA of the formulated microcapsules is much larger while the thermal conductivity is lower.The unique properties of the formulated SiO_(2)-LiBr microcapsules have significant potential to take the edge off the urban heat island effect and reduce rutting when applied to water-retaining pavement materials.
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文摘To investigate the process of RE^(3+)anti-adsorption on ion-adsorption type rare earth tailings,the thermodynamics,adsorption kinetics and infrared spectroscopy of these materials were investigated.The results indicate that the initial reaction rate of anti-adsorption of rare earth tailings is fast,but it reaches a balance in 6 min.The formula 1-2a/3-(1-a)2/3=k_2t(k represents rate constant of the reaction,a represents anti-adsorption rate of rare earth ore,t represents anti-adsorption time)of internal diffusion can be used to predict the kinetics of anti-adsorption in IATRE tailings.BecauseΔH<0,ΔG<0,ΔS>0(ΔH,ΔG,ΔS represent change of enthalpy,Gibbs free energy and entropy,respectively),the anti-adsorption of RE^(3+)on ion-adsorption type RE tailings is a spontaneous physical adsorption process.The effects of ligand exchange and strong chemical bond are not found in this process.Because the anti-adsorption process is exothermic,heating will inhibit the reaction and decrease the anti-adsorption performance.According to the infrared spectrum analysis,there are no significant changes in the mineral surface after anti-adsorption.Based on these findings,the anti-adsorption of rare earth tailings is physical adsorption.
文摘The effect of nanotechnology on cadmium and zinc removal from aqueous solution was investigated. In order to characterize micro and nano phragmites australis adsorbent, we analyzed the data via FTIR, SEM, PSA, and EDX. The effect of various parameters such as p H, contact time, amount of adsorbent and initial concentration, was investigated. The optimum p H for the removal of cadmium for micro and nano phragmites australis adsorbent was 7, and for the removal of zinc by the micro adsorbent was 7 and by nano adsorbent was 6. The equilibrium time of zinc was 90 min and for the adsorption of cadmium by micro and nano adsorbent were 90 and 30 min, respectively. The optimum dose of micro adsorbent for the removal of cadmium was 0.7 g, and the other dose for the removal of zinc and cadmium was 0.5 g. The evaluation of adsorbent's distribution coefficient showed that the highest rates of distribution coefficient with initial concentration of 5, 10, 30, and 50 mg/L were 394.83, 587.62, 759.39 and 1101.52 L/kg, respectively, which were observed in nano adsorbent. Desorption experiments for the nano adsorbent in three cycles were done. Among kinetics models, our experimental data were more consistent with Hoo kinetic model and for isotherm models, Freundlich isotherm was more consistent. The results show that nanotechnology could increase the performance of adsorbents and enhance the efficiency of the adsorption of cadmium and zinc ions.
基金This work is supported by Natural Science Foundation of Henan Province(Grant No.182300410276)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51904274)Program for Innovative Research Team(in Science and Technology)in University of Henan Province(Grant No.19IRTSTHN028).
文摘Nanofibers with high specific surface area and chemical stability have broad prospects in the applications of adsorption.However,the adsorption capacity is limited by the scarcity of adsorption groups and storage space.Herein,the activated carbon-hybridized and amine-modified nanofibers are prepared by integrating activated carbon(AC)and polyacrylonitrile(PAN)via electrospinning method and the subsequent amination,which could provide additional storage space and adsorption groups for ultrahigh adsorption capability.Thus,the obtained amine-rich porous PAN nanofibers(APAN/AC)readily realized the ultrahigh adsorption capacity for metal ions and dyes in wastewater.Specifically,the adsorption capacity of APAN/AC nanofibers were 284 mg·g^(-1) for Cr(VI)and 248 mg·g^(-1) for methyl orange,which were almost 2 and 4 times than that of amine-modified nanofibers(APAN)and carbon-hybridized nanofibers(PAN/AC),respectively.Moreover,the AC inhibited the chain mobility of polymer matrix and thereby endowing APAN/AC nanofibers with excellent recyclability.The adsorption capability retained 80%after nine adsorption-desorption cycles.The adsorption kinetics and corresponding mechanism were further explored.This strategy combines the advantages of polymer nanofibers and AC,opening a new avenue for developing next-generation absorbent materials.
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文摘To improve the removal capacity of NO + O_(2) effectively, the alkaline earth metal-doped order mesoporous carbon(A-C-FDU-15(0.001)(A = Mg, Ca, Sr and Ba)) and Mg-C-FDU-15( x)( x = 0.001-0.003) samples were prepared, and their physicochemical and NO + O_(2) adsorption properties were determined by means of various techniques. The results show that the sequence in(NO + O_(2)) adsorption performance was as follows: Mg-C-FDU-15(0.001)(93.2 mg/g) > Ca-C-FDU-15(0.001)(82.2 mg/g) > Sr-C-FDU-15(0.001)(76.1 mg/g) > Ba-C-FDU-15(0.001)(72.9 mg/g) > C-FDU-15(67.1 mg/g). Among all of the A-C-FDU-15(0.001) samples, Mg-C-FDU-15(0.001) possessed the highest(NO + O_(2)) adsorption capacity(106.2 mg/g). The species of alkaline earth metals and basic sites were important factors determining the adsorption of NO + O_(2) on the A-C-FDU-15( x) samples, and(NO + O_(2)) adsorption on the samples was mainly chemical adsorption. Combined with the results of(NO + O_(2))-temperatureprogrammed desorption((NO + O_(2))-TPD) and in situ diffused reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy(DRIFTS) characterization, we deduced that there were two main pathways of(NO + O_(2)) adsorption: one was first the conversion of NO and O_(2) to NO_(2) and then part of NO_(2) was converted to NO_(2)^(-) and NO_(3)^(-);and the other was the direct oxidation of NO to NO-2 and NO_(3)^(-).
