Metal sequestration by Microcystis extracellular polymers : a promising path to greener water treatment

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The problem of heavy metal pollution in water bodies poses a significant threat to both the environment and human health, as these toxic substances can persist in aquatic ecosystems and accumulate in the food chain. This study investigates the promising potential of using Microcystis aeruginosa extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) as an environmentally friendly, highly efficient solution for capturing copper (Cu2+) and nickel (Ni2+) ions in water treatment, emphasizing their exceptional ability to promote green technology in heavy metal sequestration. We quantified saccharides, proteins, and amino acids in M. aeruginosa biomass and isolated EPS, highlighting their metal-chelating capabilities. Saccharide content was 36.5 mg g-1 in biomass and 21.4 mg g-1 in EPS, emphasizing their metal-binding ability. Proteins and amino acids were also prevalent, particularly in EPS. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed intricate 3D EPS structures, with pronounced porosity and branching configurations enhancing metal sorption. Elemental composition via energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX) identified essential elements in both biomass and EPS. Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy unveiled molecular changes after metal treatment, indicating various binding mechanisms, including oxygen atom coordination, π-electron interactions, and electrostatic forces. Kinetic studies showed EPS expedited and enhanced Cu2+ and Ni2+ sorption compared to biomass. Thermodynamic analysis confirmed exothermic, spontaneous sorption. Equilibrium biosorption studies displayed strong binding and competitive interactions in binary metal systems. Importantly, EPS exhibited impressive maximum sorption capacities of 44.81 mg g-1 for Ni2+ and 37.06 mg g-1 for Cu2+. These findings underscore the potential of Microcystis EPS as a highly efficient sorbent for heavy metal removal in water treatment, with significant implications for environmental remediation and sustainable water purification.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:31

Enthalten in:

Environmental science and pollution research international - 31(2024), 7 vom: 30. Feb., Seite 11192-11213

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Momin, Sengjrang Ch [VerfasserIn]
Pradhan, Ran Bahadur [VerfasserIn]
Nath, Jyotishma [VerfasserIn]
Lalmuanzeli, Ruthi [VerfasserIn]
Kar, Agniv [VerfasserIn]
Mehta, Surya Kant [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

789U1901C5
Amino Acids
Biosorption
Chelating Agents
Copper
Journal Article
Kinetics
Metal-chelating molecules
Metals, Heavy
Polymers
Surface characterization
Thermodynamics
Water Pollutants, Chemical
Water treatment

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Date Completed 08.02.2024

Date Revised 08.02.2024

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1007/s11356-023-31755-3

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM367083671