Use of CaO Loaded Mesoporous Alumina for Defluoridation of Potable Groundwater Containing Elevated Calcium Levels

Defluoridation in the presence of high calcium levels in potable groundwater is paramount, as the consumption of groundwater enriched with fluoride, and calcium has been implicated in causing chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology (CKDu) in Sri Lanka. CaO loaded mesoporous alumina (COMA) offers...

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Main Authors: Mahesh Jayaweera, Madhusha Sudasinghe, Buddhika Gunawardana, Achini Peiris, Jagath Manatunge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-06-01
Series:Environments
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3298/6/6/66