Adsorption of Pb and Cu from Aqueous Solutions by Raw and Heat-Treated Attapulgite Clay

The main objective of the present study is the investigation of the adsorption efficiency of raw and heat-treated attapulgite clay for removing Pb and Cu from aqueous solutions. The removal of each metal was studied separately with the use of one-substance solutions. The effect of certain factors, i...

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Main Authors: Konstantina Pyrgaki, Panagiota Messini, Vasilis Zotiadis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-04-01
Series:Geosciences
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3263/8/5/157