Optimization of Reclamation of Ni(II)-Rich Solutions by -Alumina Nanoparticles
Publication: Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste
Volume 23, Issue 3
Abstract
The present work explores the adsorption potential of -alumina, a nanoadsorbent for abatement of Ni(II) from aqueous solutions. A response surface methodological approach was adopted to investigate the major operating variables and optimization of experimental conditions. The predicted values of responses obtained using the response function were in accordance with the experimental data. Under optimized conditions, removal of about 99.99% of Ni(II) was achieved. Langmuir isotherm and pseudo-second-order kinetics best interpreted the experimental data. The overall process was feasible, spontaneous, and endothermic in nature. The high correlation coefficient () values of the linear method of analysis established its superiority over a nonlinear method for the present system.
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Acknowledgments
The authors are thankful to Defence Research Development Organization (DRDO) for funding the research (P ). Shikha Dubey is thankful to the funding agency for providing financial assistance in form of Junior Research Fellowship/Senior Research Fellowship (JRF/SRF).
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Volume 23 • Issue 3 • July 2019
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Received: Sep 29, 2017
Accepted: Dec 13, 2017
Published online: Feb 19, 2019
Published in print: Jul 1, 2019
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