Filtration Properties Study of Bulk Sorbing Materials for the Use in Hot Climate for Water Purification From Oil Products

The aim of this study is to investigate the filtration properties of bulk sorbent materials to assess their potential applications in hot climate conditions. An analysis was conducted on the pollution issues of the Barada River caused by petroleum residues, which originate from industrial zones, waste dumps along the riverbanks, and the consequences of oil extraction. Data on the use of sorbents in Russia and Syria for reducing river pollution have been collected and summarized. The study identifies challenges associated with the use of sorbents for mitigating pollution in both terrestrial and aquatic environments. The primary issues include changes in filtration capacity under high-temperature conditions and the reduced service life of sorbents when used in engineering structures. An experimental plan was developed to study the filtration properties of bulk sorbents at various temperatures characteristic of warm and hot climates. A comparative analysis of the properties of different bulk sorbents was performed, leading to the selection of a sorbent for further research. Statistical processing of laboratory experiment results was conducted, and a recommended temperature range for the effective use of the investigated sorbent was determined.