Molecules (Dec 2023)

A Review of Synthesis and Applications of Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> for Organic Dye Degradation/Adsorption

  • Sundarakannan Rajendran,
  • Geetha Palani,
  • Vigneshwaran Shanmugam,
  • Herri Trilaksanna,
  • Karthik Kannan,
  • Marek Nykiel,
  • Kinga Korniejenko,
  • Uthayakumar Marimuthu

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules28237922
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 28, no. 23
p. 7922

Abstract

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This comprehensive review investigates the potential of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) as a highly effective adsorbent for organic dye degradation. Al2O3 emerges as a promising solution to address environmental challenges associated with dye discharge due to its solid ceramic composition, robust mechanical properties, expansive surface area, and exceptional resistance to environmental degradation. The paper meticulously examines recent advancements in Al2O3-based materials, emphasizing their efficacy in both organic dye degradation and adsorption. Offering a nuanced understanding of Al2O3’s pivotal role in environmental remediation, this review provides a valuable synthesis of the latest research developments in the field of dye degradation. It serves as an insightful resource, emphasizing the significant potential of aluminum oxide in mitigating the pressing environmental concerns linked to organic dye discharge. The application of Al2O3-based catalysts in the photocatalytic treatment of multi-component organic dyes necessitates further exploration, particularly in addressing real-world wastewater complexities.

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