Enhanced removal of fluoride and phosphate by nickel-doped kaolinite nano-adsorbents: mechanisms and resource recovery

Key Points

• To explore efficient catalysts for the removal of fluoride and phosphate from wastewater.
• Utilized nickel-doped kaolinite nano-adsorbents for the adsorption process.
• Investigated the mechanisms of fluoride and phosphate removal.
• Assessed environmental pollution reduction through enhanced wastewater treatment.
• Achieved improved removal rates for both fluoride and phosphate.
• Demonstrated effective resource recovery from treated wastewater.