Kinetic Modeling-Assisted Mechanistic Understanding of the Catalytic Ozonation Process Using Cu–Al Layered Double Hydroxides and Copper Oxide Catalysts

into surface-located hydroxyl radicals and/or other oxidants. Futile consumption of surface-located oxidants via interaction with the catalyst surface was minimal for Cu-Al-LDHs; however, it becomes significant in the presence of higher CuO dosages. A mechanistic kinetic model has been developed which adequately describes the experimental results obtained and can be used to optimize the process conditions for the application of HCO.