A novel adsorbent for heavy metal remediation in aqueous environments

Abstract The objective of this study was to investigate the possibility of using maize tassel as an alternative adsorbent for the removal of chromium (VI) and cadmium (II) ions from aqueous solutions. The effect of pH, solution temperature, contact time, initial metal ion concentration and adsorbent...

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Main Authors: Zvinowanda, CM, Okonkwo, JO, Shabalala, PN, Agyei, NM
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology 2009
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Online Access:http://encore.tut.ac.za/iii/cpro/DigitalItemViewPage.external?sp=1001474

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