Themed collection Removal of chromium from aqueous solutions

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Recent advances in hexavalent chromium removal from aqueous solutions by adsorptive methods

Despite the extensive existence of adsorbents for Cr(VI) removal from aqueous solutions, new adsorbents and modification of existing adsorbing materials are continuously sought after.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in hexavalent chromium removal from aqueous solutions by adsorptive methods
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Synthesis and characterization of activated carbon from sugar beet residue for the adsorption of hexavalent chromium in aqueous solutions

A series of micro–mesoporous activated carbons (ACs) were prepared from sugar beet residue by a two-step method including KOH chemical activation and were used for Cr(VI) removal from aqueous solutions.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis and characterization of activated carbon from sugar beet residue for the adsorption of hexavalent chromium in aqueous solutions
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Self-assembly preparation of lignin–graphene oxide composite nanospheres for highly efficient Cr(VI) removal

Lignin/GO (LGNs) composite nanospheres were prepared by self-assembly method, which showed excellent adsorption performance for Cr(VI) removal.

Graphical abstract: Self-assembly preparation of lignin–graphene oxide composite nanospheres for highly efficient Cr(vi) removal
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Reduced graphene oxide supported ZnO quantum dots for visible light-induced simultaneous removal of tetracycline and hexavalent chromium

The photocatalytic mechanism explains that electrons and hydroxyl radicals were responsible for reduction of Cr(VI) and oxidation of tetracycline.

Graphical abstract: Reduced graphene oxide supported ZnO quantum dots for visible light-induced simultaneous removal of tetracycline and hexavalent chromium
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Insight into the synergistic effect on adsorption for Cr(VI) by a polypyrrole-based composite

Polypyrrole-based (PPy) composite are promising candidates for the treatment of water pollution.

Graphical abstract: Insight into the synergistic effect on adsorption for Cr(vi) by a polypyrrole-based composite
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Removal of chromium(VI) from polluted wastewater by chemical modification of silica gel with 4-acetyl-3-hydroxyaniline

Use of a newly synthesized Si-CPTS-AHAP adsorbent in the removal of Cr(VI) ions in wastewater treatment systems may potentially lead to low cost and highly efficient heavy metal removal.

Graphical abstract: Removal of chromium(vi) from polluted wastewater by chemical modification of silica gel with 4-acetyl-3-hydroxyaniline
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Insight into the adsorption mechanisms of methylene blue and chromium(III) from aqueous solution onto pomelo fruit peel

In this study, the biosorption mechanisms of methylene blue (MB) and Cr(III) onto pomelo peel collected from our local fruits are investigated by combining experimental analysis with ab initio simulations.

Graphical abstract: Insight into the adsorption mechanisms of methylene blue and chromium(iii) from aqueous solution onto pomelo fruit peel
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Efficient removal of hexavalent chromium from water by an adsorption–reduction mechanism with sandwiched nanocomposites

A sandwiched nanocomposite has been developed to remove hexavalent chromium ion Cr(VI) from water by an adsorption–reduction mechanism.

Graphical abstract: Efficient removal of hexavalent chromium from water by an adsorption–reduction mechanism with sandwiched nanocomposites
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Polyethylenimine-functionalized cellulose aerogel beads for efficient dynamic removal of chromium(VI) from aqueous solution

Cellulose aerogel beads with high a density of reactive amino groups were facilely prepared via a cross-linking reaction for efficient dynamic removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions.

Graphical abstract: Polyethylenimine-functionalized cellulose aerogel beads for efficient dynamic removal of chromium(vi) from aqueous solution
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Graphene oxide/Fe3O4/SO3H nanohybrid: a new adsorbent for adsorption and reduction of Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions

A sulfonated magnetic graphene oxide (SMGO) hybrid was successfully synthesized via the nucleophilic substitution reaction and characterized.

Graphical abstract: Graphene oxide/Fe3O4/SO3H nanohybrid: a new adsorbent for adsorption and reduction of Cr(vi) from aqueous solutions
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Facile synthesis of tea waste/Fe3O4 nanoparticle composite for hexavalent chromium removal from aqueous solution

A tea waste/Fe3O4 composite was prepared through chemical co-precipitation approach and was used for Cr(VI) removal, involving an adsorption-coupled reduction mechanism.

Graphical abstract: Facile synthesis of tea waste/Fe3O4 nanoparticle composite for hexavalent chromium removal from aqueous solution
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Magnetically recoverable ZrO2/Fe3O4/chitosan nanomaterials for enhanced sunlight driven photoreduction of carcinogenic Cr(VI) and dechlorination & mineralization of 4-chlorophenol from simulated waste water

In this laboratory-scale experiment we report the treatment of carcinogenic Cr(VI) and 4-chlorophenol by ferromagnetic ZrO2/Fe3O4 nano-heterojunctions supported on chitosan.

Graphical abstract: Magnetically recoverable ZrO2/Fe3O4/chitosan nanomaterials for enhanced sunlight driven photoreduction of carcinogenic Cr(vi) and dechlorination & mineralization of 4-chlorophenol from simulated waste water
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Effective removal of Cr(VI) using β-cyclodextrin–chitosan modified biochars with adsorption/reduction bifuctional roles

In this work, beta-cyclodextrin–chitosan modified walnut shell biochars (β-CCWB) were synthesized as a low-cost adsorbent for the removal of heavy metal Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions.

Graphical abstract: Effective removal of Cr(vi) using β-cyclodextrin–chitosan modified biochars with adsorption/reduction bifuctional roles
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Adsorption of Cr(VI) onto a magnetic CoFe2O4/MgAl-LDH composite and mechanism study

Magnetic materials as adsorbents can provide effective removal and quickly separate pollutants in wastewater treatment.

Graphical abstract: Adsorption of Cr(vi) onto a magnetic CoFe2O4/MgAl-LDH composite and mechanism study
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Chitosan modification of magnetic biochar produced from Eichhornia crassipes for enhanced sorption of Cr(VI) from aqueous solution

In this research, chitosan modification of magnetic biochar (CMB) was successfully prepared for effective removal of Cr(VI).

Graphical abstract: Chitosan modification of magnetic biochar produced from Eichhornia crassipes for enhanced sorption of Cr(vi) from aqueous solution
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Effect of porous zinc–biochar nanocomposites on Cr(VI) adsorption from aqueous solution

A new synthesis method was developed to produce zinc–biochar nanocomposites from sugarcane bagasse.

Graphical abstract: Effect of porous zinc–biochar nanocomposites on Cr(vi) adsorption from aqueous solution
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Removal of Cu2+, Pb2+ and Cr6+ from aqueous solutions using a chitosan/graphene oxide composite nanofibrous adsorbent

A novel electrospun chitosan/graphene oxide (GO) nanofibrous adsorbent was successfully developed by an electrospinning process.

Graphical abstract: Removal of Cu2+, Pb2+ and Cr6+ from aqueous solutions using a chitosan/graphene oxide composite nanofibrous adsorbent
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A simple one-pot synthesis of highly fluorescent nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots for the detection of Cr(VI) in aqueous media

A simple one-pot massive synthesis of highly fluorescent nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots for the detection of Cr(VI) in aqueous media was demonstrated.

Graphical abstract: A simple one-pot synthesis of highly fluorescent nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots for the detection of Cr(vi) in aqueous media
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Polyaniline coating on carbon fiber fabrics for improved hexavalent chromium removal

Cr(VI) can be removed fast by PANI/CF with the reduction of Cr(VI) to Cr(III) by PANI.

Graphical abstract: Polyaniline coating on carbon fiber fabrics for improved hexavalent chromium removal
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Polyacrylonitrile/polyaniline core/shell nanofiber mat for removal of hexavalent chromium from aqueous solution: mechanism and applications

Polyacrylonitrile/polyaniline core/shell nanofiber was prepared, and the mechanism and applications for Cr(VI) adsorption was carefully discussed.

Graphical abstract: Polyacrylonitrile/polyaniline core/shell nanofiber mat for removal of hexavalent chromium from aqueous solution: mechanism and applications
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Magnetic polyaniline nanocomposites toward toxic hexavalent chromium removal

The behavior, mechanism and kinetics of toxic hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) removal by magnetic polyaniline nanocomposites from different pH solutions are reported.

Graphical abstract: Magnetic polyaniline nanocomposites toward toxic hexavalent chromium removal
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