Optimizing Typha biochar with phosphoric acid modification and ferric chloride impregnation for hexavalent chromium remediation in water and soil

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Considering the persistent and covert nature of heavy metal soil contamination, the sustainable development of ecological environments and food safety is at significant risk. Our study focuses on remediating soils contaminated with chromium (Cr); we introduce an advanced remediation material, iron oxide phosphoric acid-loaded activated biochar (HFBC), synthesized through pyrolysis. This HFBC displays greater microporosity, fewer impurities, and enhanced efficiency for the remediation process. Our research utilized a comprehensive set of analytical techniques, including Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), alongside adsorption studies to elucidate the Cr removal mechanism. The effectiveness of HFBC in remediation was influenced by several factors: the pH level, dosage of HFBC, the initial concentration of Cr, and the ambient temperature. Our results indicated an optimal chromium (VI) adsorption capacity of 55.5 mg/g by HFBC at a pH of 6.0 and a temperature of 25 °C, with the process adhering to the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and the Langmuir adsorption isotherm, thus suggesting spontaneity in the uptake method. Moreover, this mechanism encompasses both adsorption and reduction reactions. Using HFBC in pot experiments with cabbage indicated not only an increase in soil pH and cation exchange capacity (CEC), but also a surge in bacterial community abundance. Significant reductions in bioavailable chromium were also recorded. Interestingly, HFBC addition bolstered the growth of cabbage, while concurrently diminishing chromium accumulation within the plant, particularly notable as the HFBC application rate increased. In summation, the HFBC produced in our study has demonstrated convincing efficacy in removing chromium from aqueous solutions and soil. Moreover, the positive agronomic implications of its use, such as enhanced plant growth and reduced heavy metal uptake by plants, indicate its high potential for operational value in the domain of environmental remediation of heavy metals.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:354

Enthalten in:

Chemosphere - 354(2024) vom: 19. Apr., Seite 141739

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Cai, Yajun [VerfasserIn]
Yang, Jianwei [VerfasserIn]
Ran, Zhonglyu [VerfasserIn]
Bu, Fantong [VerfasserIn]
Chen, Xu [VerfasserIn]
Shaaban, Muhammad [VerfasserIn]
Peng, Qi-An [VerfasserIn]

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059QF0KO0R
0R0008Q3JB
16291-96-6
18540-29-9
Biochar
Cabbage
Charcoal
Chlorides
Chromium
Chromium hexavalent ion
E4GA8884NN
Ferric Compounds
Ferric chloride
Journal Article
Modified biochar
Phosphoric Acids
Phosphoric acid
Phosphoric acid activation
Soil
Soil remediation
U38V3ZVV3V
Water
Water Pollutants, Chemical
Water remediation

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Date Completed 08.04.2024

Date Revised 08.04.2024

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141739

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM369929888