Sodium alginate derived biocomposite for wastewater treatment

Sanjay Remanan, Harikrishnan Pulikkalparambil, Senthilkumar Krishnasamy, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, M. Saravana Kumar, Suchart Siengchin, Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai, Narayan Chandra Das

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Abstract

Recently, there has been a growing research interest in sodium alginate-derived nanocomposites for water purification applications owing to their nontoxicity, biodegradability and the ability to form complexes with toxic heavy metals. Therefore, sodium alginate-based composites are being employed to eliminate various organic and inorganic toxic materials from wastewater. The incorporation of nanoparticles increases alginate’s specific surface area, mechanical strength, and adsorption capacity. Hydrogels, beads, and aerogels based on sodium alginate-derived nanocomposites are developed for water remediation and separation of various contaminants. This chapter addresses different alginate-based nanocomposites and their adsorption phenomenon to mitigate water pollution. Additionally, the adsorption mechanism of various nanocomposites and sustainable considerations are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBiocomposites for Industrial Applications
Subtitle of host publicationConstruction, Biomedical, Transportation and Food Packaging
PublisherElsevier
Pages91-110
Number of pages20
ISBN (Electronic)9780323918664
ISBN (Print)9780323914567
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2023
Externally publishedYes

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Keywords

  • Adsorption
  • Dye
  • Heavy metals
  • Sodium alginate nanocomposites
  • Water remediation

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering
  • General Materials Science

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