Formulating and Optimizing a Novel Biochar-Based Fertilizer for Simultaneous Slow-Release of Nitrogen and Immobilization of Cadmium

This study aimed to develop and optimize a novel biochar-based fertilizer composed of rice husk biochar and urea–hydrogen peroxide (UHP), which can simultaneously slowly release nitrogen and immobilize cadmium (Cd). Response surface methodology (RSM) was adopted to optimize the fertilizer...

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Main Authors: Lu Chen, Qincheng Chen, Pinhua Rao, Lili Yan, Alghashm Shakib, Guoqing Shen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/10/8/2740