Contamination of water by heavy metals is a global problem, to which an inexpensive and
simple solution is required. Within this context the unique properties of diatomite and its …

The EDTA functionalized magnetic nano-particles (MNPs-EDTA) as a novel magnetic nano-
adsorbent have been prepared by a simple one-pot method for the removal of Cu (II) from …

Simple Summary Fossil shell flour or Diatomaceous earth is made up of amorphous silicates
with important physical and chemical characteristics that enable it to be used for different …

The modification of chitosan represents a challenging task in obtaining biopolymeric
materials with enhanced removal capacity for heavy metals. In the present work, the …

The release of large quantities of heavy metals (eg, Zn, Cu, Pb, Ni, Cd, etc.) into the natural
environment has resulted in a significant number of environmental problems, disorderliness …

CoFe2O4 exhibits excellent chemical stability and saturation magnetization; consequently, it
has been prepared for and applied to contaminant adsorption. However, the material …

In order to select appropriate amendments for cropping hyperaccumulator or normal plants
on contaminated soils and establish the relationship between Cd sorption characteristics of …

Abstract Fe 3 O 4@ SiO 2-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane-1, 8-bis (3-chloropropoxy)
anthracene-9, 10-dione was synthesized as a new, sustainable, and environmentally …

In this study, microcapsules of L. clavatum sporopollenin (f-sporopollenin) immobilized with
BODIPY were developed. XRD, SEM, and FTIR did characterization of f-sporopollenin …

Diatomite is an economical and environmentally friendly adsorbent, and its use has been
applied widely for the treatment of water contaminated by heavy metals. Despite this, the …