ORANGE PEELS AS AN ADSORBENT FOR THE REMOVAL OF CD²⁺ IN AQUEOUS MEDIUM
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ABSTRACT
This study investigates the potential use of orange peels as an adsorbent for the removal of cadmium ions (Cd²⁺) from aqueous solutions. Heavy metal contamination, particularly cadmium, poses serious environmental and health hazards. The study explores the adsorption efficiency of orange peel-derived adsorbents, considering factors such as contact time, pH, adsorbent dosage, and initial metal concentration. Various characterization techniques, including Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), are utilized to analyze the surface properties of the adsorbent. The findings contribute to sustainable waste management by promoting the utilization of agricultural waste in water treatment applications.
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