Green synthesis of activated carbon-ZIF-8 nanocomposites from pistachio hulls for efficient antibiotic adsorption in water remediation

Key Points

• Efficient antibiotic adsorption is achieved using activated carbon-ZIF-8 nanocomposites made from pistachio hulls,
• Adsorption tests indicate that the nanocomposites can significantly reduce antibiotic levels in contaminated water,
• The green synthesis process involves using natural materials, which enhances environmental sustainability,
• The findings suggest that agricultural waste can be transformed into valuable materials for water treatment.