Microwave assisted synthesis of magnetic Fe3O4@tannic acid@ZIF-67 for efficient removal of Cd(II) and Mn(II): Adsorption performance and DFT calculations

Key Points

• Efficient removal of Cd(II) and Mn(II) ions was achieved using the synthesized adsorbent.
• The optimized magnetic fe3o4@tannic acid@ZIF-67 showed high adsorption capacity during tests.
• The study leverages microwave synthesis to enhance material properties and adsorption performance.
• This research indicates a potential method for heavy metal removal, while DFT calculations support material efficiency.