Experimental evaluation of the effectiveness of the adsorbent Bayoxide E33 in removing micropollutants from water

Abstract

Micropollutants in the environment are still a topical issue in the field of water management at present. Since micropollutants in water can be harmful not only to the environment but also to humans, new technologies are constantly being tested to eliminate them. Standard treatment technologies for removing micropollutants from water include adsorption, advanced oxidation processes and membrane processes. For the experimental determination of the efficiency of the adsorbent Bayoxide E33, selected micropollutants were removed by adsorption. Micro-pollution removal efficiency was compared in removing three micropollutants, namely a metal, pharmaceutical and pesticide. The removal of the metal through the Bayoxide E33 material was successful, while the pharmaceutical and pesticide were not removed because of the occurrence of slight desorption during removal. Highlights Micropollutants – new pollution in the environment (pharmaceuticals, pesticides, metals, etc.).; Drinking water treatment – very important process in the world for quality water.; Adsorption – efficient and inexpensive process for water treatment.; Sorption material – Bayoxide E33 for metal removal tested for other micropollutants.; Turbidity – Bayoxide E33 for metal removal tested for other micropollutants.;

Keywords

• adsorption
• bayoxide e33
• micropollutants
• sorption materials
• water treatment