Download or read book Synthesis and Characterization of Chemically Treated Activated Carbons for Adsorption of Trace Contaminants written by Christian Lincoln Mangun and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the undesirable features of the modern day world is widespread contamination associated with the release of a large number of chemicals into the environment. In recent years there has been a tremendous amount of work done to quantify the harmful effect of these trace contaminants. Society's growing concern has led many governments to establish stricter standards for clean air and water, many of them in the ppb range. This necessitates the development of greatly improved methods for controlling the release of toxic contaminants and on designing new materials tailored to selectively remove a wide range of contaminants and permit for recovery and reuse. One technology which is extremely attractive for this purpose is the use of dry adsorbents such as activated carbons. Activated carbons have been used for many years for both air and water purification through a physical adsorption process in the micropores. Activated carbon granules (ACG's) have been the industry standard for many years. They are used as adsorbents to purify polluted waste streams because of their low cost and because they have been determined to be the best available technology for removal of many contaminants. However, the ACG's suffer from a number of drawbacks including poor selectivity, slow kinetics, the need for expensive containment systems, less than 100% working capacity, and costly reactivation. Perhaps the most serious problem is the absence of a comprehensive understanding as to the effect of pore size and chemistry on the adsorption properties. Such knowledge would allow one to tailor activated carbons for control of specific contaminants. There is a definite need for the development of improved materials designed specifically for a wide range of environmental problems.
Download or read book Lignocellulosic Precursors Used in the Synthesis of Activated Carbon written by Virginia Hernández Montoya and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2012-02-29 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The present book discusses the principal lignocellulosic precursors used in the elaboration of activated carbons in different countries such as Asia, America, Europe and Africa; the different methods and experimental conditions employed in the synthesis of activated carbons, including one analysis of the principal stages of the preparation such as carbonization and activation (i.e., chemical or physical activation). Also, the recent and more specialized techniques used in the characterization of activated carbons are discussed in this book. For example, the techniques employed to determine textural parameters (mercury porosimetry and gas adsorption isotherms at 77 K) and different spectroscopies to determine chemical functionality (Raman, FT-IR, etc.) and other X-Ray techniques. Additionally, an overview of the application of activated carbons obtained from lignocellulosic precursors for wastewater treatment. Specifically, the analysis and discussion are focused on the advantages and capabilities of activated carbons for the removal of relevant toxic compounds and pollutants from water such as heavy metals, dyes, phenol, etc. Finally, the use of pyrolysis method for the valorization of two Mexican typical agricultural wastes (orange peel and pecan nut shell) for energy and carbon production is considered in this book.
Download or read book Effects of Activated Carbon Characteristics on Organic Contaminant Removal written by Detlef R. U. Knappe and published by IWA Publishing. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many water treatment plants need to remove objectionable trace organic compounds, and activated carbon adsorption is often the best available technology. Utilities face the challenge of having to choose from a large variety of activated carbons, and iodine number or BET surface area values are often utilized in the selection process. Although neither parameter correlates well with adsorption capacities, alternative activated carbon selection criteria based on fundamental adsorbent and adsorbate properties are lacking to date. The first objective of this research was to systematically evaluate the effects of activated carbon pore structure and surface chemistry on the adsorption of two common drinking water contaminants: the relatively polar fuel oxygenate methyl tertiary-butyl ether (MTBE) and the relatively nonpolar solvent trichloroethene (TCE). The second objective was to develop simple descriptors of activated carbon characteristics that facilitate the selection of suitable adsorbents for the removal of organic contaminants from drinking water.Originally published by AwwaRF for its subscribers in 2003 This publication can also be purchased and downloaded via Pay Per View on Water Intelligence Online - click on the Pay Per View icon below
Download or read book Activated Carbon written by Chandrabhan Verma and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2023-05-10 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Activated carbon has long been used for filtering contaminants, thanks to its large surface area for adsorption. This, and other properties has led to a growing interest in activated carbon and a broader range of applications. This book explores the various forms of activated carbon, detailing how they can be prepared and characterised. The editors bring together a global team of authors from industry and academia. Their contributions include environmental and medical applications, as well as various industries. Future directions are also considered. The editors are at the Interdisciplinary Center for Research in Advanced Materials, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia. They present an up-to-date and comprehensive reference aimed at all career levels in chemistry and materials science, engineering and research across the diverse industries finding a use for activated carbon.
Download or read book Lignocellulosic Precursors Used in the Synthesis of Activated Carbon written by Virginia Hernández Montoya and published by IntechOpen. This book was released on 2012-02-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The present book discusses the principal lignocellulosic precursors used in the elaboration of activated carbons in different countries such as Asia, America, Europe and Africa; the different methods and experimental conditions employed in the synthesis of activated carbons, including one analysis of the principal stages of the preparation such as carbonization and activation (i.e., chemical or physical activation). Also, the recent and more specialized techniques used in the characterization of activated carbons are discussed in this book. For example, the techniques employed to determine textural parameters (mercury porosimetry and gas adsorption isotherms at 77 K) and different spectroscopies to determine chemical functionality (Raman, FT-IR, etc.) and other X-Ray techniques. Additionally, an overview of the application of activated carbons obtained from lignocellulosic precursors for wastewater treatment. Specifically, the analysis and discussion are focused on the advantages and capabilities of activated carbons for the removal of relevant toxic compounds and pollutants from water such as heavy metals, dyes, phenol, etc. Finally, the use of pyrolysis method for the valorization of two Mexican typical agricultural wastes (orange peel and pecan nut shell) for energy and carbon production is considered in this book.
Download or read book Activated Carbon Surfaces in Environmental Remediation written by Teresa J. Bandosz and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2006-02-27 with total page 587 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Activated Carbon Surfaces in Environmental Remediation provides a comprehensive summary of the environmental applications of activated carbons. In order to understand the removal of contaminants and pollutants on activated carbons, the theoretical bases of adsorption phenomena are discussed. The effects of pore structure and surface chemistry are also addressed from both science and engineering perspectives. Each chapter provides examples of real applications with an emphasis on the role of the carbon surface in adsorption or reactive adsorption. The practical aspects addressed in this book cover the broad spectrum of applications from air and water cleaning and energy storage to warfare gas removal and biomedical applications. This book can serve as a handbook or reference book for graduate students, researchers and practitioners with an interest in filtration, water treatment, adsorbents and air cleaning, in addition to environmental policies and regulations. Addresses fundamental carbon science and how it relates to applications of carbon surfaces Describes the broad spectrum of activated carbon applications in environmental remediation Serves as a handbook or reference book for graduate students, researchers and practitioners in the field
Download or read book Activated Carbon for Water and Wastewater Treatment written by Ferhan Cecen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-19 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph provides comprehensive coverage of technologies which integrate adsorption and biological processes in water and wastewater treatment. The authors provide both an introduction to the topic as well as a detailed discussion of theoretical and practical considerations. After a review of the basics involved in the chemistry, biology and technology of integrated adsorption and biological removal, they discuss the setup of pilot- and full-scale treatment facilities, covering powdered as well as granular activated carbon. They elucidate the factors that influence the successful operation of integrated systems. Their discussion on integrated systems expands from the effects of environmental to the removal of various pollutants, to regeneration of activated carbon, and to the analysis of such systems in mathematical terms. The authors conclude with a look at future needs for research and develoment. A truly valuable resource for environmental engineers, environmental and water chemists, as well as professionals working in water and wastewater treatment.
Download or read book Biomass for Sustainable Applications written by Sarra Gaspard and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2013-12-05 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable sources of energy and a supply of good quality water are two major challenges facing modern societies across the globe. Biomass from cultivated plants may be used to generate energy, but at the cost of contaminated surface waters from pesticide and fertiliser use. This two-volume set examines the potential use of biomass as both a source of sustainable energy and a resource to tackle contaminated soils and wastewaters. Consideration is given to non-food crops, bacteria ,and fungi as sources of biomass and the book enables the reader to identify the best local bioresources according to the desired application. With contributions from across the globe, this is an essential guide to meeting the demand for energy and pollution remediation by exploiting local and renewable resources. The example scenarios given may inspire policy makers and local officers, while chemical engineers and environmental scientists in both academia and industry will benefit from the comprehensive review of current thinking and application.
Download or read book Activated Carbon written by Harry Marsh and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2006-07-12 with total page 555 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recent years have seen an expansion in speciality uses of activated carbons including medicine, filtration, and the purification of liquids and gaseous media. Much of current research and information surrounding the nature and use of activated carbon is scattered throughout various literature, which has created the need for an up-to-date comprehensive and integrated review reference. In this book, special attention is paid to porosities in all forms of carbon, and to the modern-day materials which use activated carbons - including fibres, clothes, felts and monoliths. In addition, the use of activated carbon in its granular and powder forms to facilitate usage in liquid and gaseous media is explored. Activated Carbon will make essential reading for Material Scientists, Chemists and Engineers in academia and industry. - Characterization of porosity - The surface chemistry of the carbons - Methods of activation and mechanisms of adsorptio - Computer modelling of structure and porosity within carbons - Modern instrumental analytical methods
Download or read book Purification with Activated Carbon written by John W. Hassler and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a pioneers who developed the original process to manufacture carbon in the United States, this book is considered essential reading for professionals involved in the removal from air or water by using the most important single pollution control product ever invented. Contents: Part I Introduction - Chapter 1: History and Market Review - Chapter 2: Elementary Aspects of Adsorption - Part II Application To Industrial and Environmental Liquid Systems - Chapter 3: Basic Aspects and Concepts - Chapter 4: Interpretation and Evaluation of Adsorption Data - Chapter 5: Adsorption-Desorption Operations - Chapter 6: Unit Operations - Chapter 7: Representative Industrial Applications - Chapter 8: Purification Domestic and Industrial Waste Waters - Part III Applications to Other Systems - Chapter 9: Gas and Vapor Phase Application - Chapter 10: Diverse Applications - Part IV Preparation of Activated Carbon and Physico-Chemical Properties - Chapter 11: Manufacture of Activated Carbon - Chapter 12: Regeneration - Chapter 13: Nature of Activated Carbon - Chapter 14: Contact Catalysis - Part V Biochemical Properties - Chapter 15: Biochemical Aspects of Activated Carbon - Part VI Laboratory Procedures - Chapter 16: Adsorption of Gases and Vapors Laboratory Procedures - Chapter 17: Laboratory Adsorption Test Procedure for Liquid Systems - Chapter 18: General Properties of Activated Carbons - Part VII - Chapter 19: Final Gleanings - Index
Download or read book Characterization of the Surface Chemical Properties of Activated Carbons for Catalyst Preparation written by Joong Seok Noh and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Activated Carbon Adsorption written by Roop Chand Bansal and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2005-05-24 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: High surface area, a microporous structure, and a high degree of surface reactivity make activated carbons versatile adsorbents, particularly effective in the adsorption of organic and inorganic pollutants from aqueous solutions. Activated Carbon Adsorption introduces the parameters and mechanisms involved in the activated carbon adsorption
Download or read book Selected Water Resources Abstracts written by and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 622 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Activated Carbon Adsorption For Wastewater Treatment written by Jerry. R. Perrich and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-01-18 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is a guide to the state of the art of activated carbon adsorption technology as applied to wastewater treatment. This book surveys this body of knowledge and is a detailed description of current technology.
Download or read book Activated Carbon Compendium written by H. Marsh and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2001-11-29 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Activated Carbon Compendium provides a critical in-depth analysis of recent research into activated carbons, focussing on their wide-ranging applications, and the complexity and flexibility in their manufacture and use. Professor Harry Marsh has selected and reviewed 27 key papers originally published in Carbon over the last five years. The compendium represents an indispensable review of key work in the area. Areas include: The Activation Process, Modifications to Porosity, Properties of Activated carbons, Applications, Theoretical.
Download or read book Activated Carbon Adsorption of Trace Organic Compounds written by Vernon L. Snoeyink and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Green Adsorbents written by George Z. Kyzas and published by Bentham Science Publishers. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adsorption technology is a promising avenue for wastewater treatment. Numerous adsorbent materials are presently synthesized. Green or environmental friendly adsorbents are derived from plants and agricultural crop sources, giving them a very low production cost when compared to synthetic polymers. This monograph explains the basic principles of green adsorption technology, their production processes and strategies to remove different categories of environmental pollutants (dyes, heavy metals and phenols/pesticides). The book explains details in terms of features such as adsorption capacity, physico-chemical kinetics and reuse potential. A summary of the economics and future prospect for green adsorption technology is also given. This text is a handy reference for environmental chemistry students, researchers and policy makers.
