Response Surface Methodology Optimization of COD Removal from Wastewater Using Peanut Shell-Derived Activated Carbon: A Sustainable Biosorption Approach
Key Points
The aim is to optimize the removal of chemical oxygen demand from wastewater using a biosorption approach with activated carbon derived from peanut shells.
Utilized response surface methodology for optimization.
Assessed various operational parameters affecting COD removal.
Conducted experiments with peanut shell-derived activated carbon.
Achieved significant reduction in COD levels through optimized conditions.
Confirmed the effectiveness of peanut shell-derived activated carbon for wastewater treatment.
Abstract
Contamination of industrial and urban wastewater is a serious environmental problem, and its high chemical oxygen demand (COD) levels are detrimental to aquatic life due to oxygen loss and ecological...
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