Magnetic Hybrid Nanosorbents for the Uptake of Paraquat from Water

Although paraquat has been banned in European countries, this herbicide is still used all over the world, thanks to its low-cost, high-efficiency, and fast action. Because paraquat is highly toxic to humans and animals, there is interest in mitigating the consequences of its use, namely by implement...

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Main Authors: Tiago Fernandes, Sofia F. Soares, Tito Trindade, Ana L. Daniel-da-Silva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-03-01
Series:Nanomaterials
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/7/3/68