Cr(VI) reduction in aqueous solutions by using copper smelter slag

The ability of Copper Smelter Slag (CSS) to reduce Cr(VI) in aqueous solutions has been investigated. The extent of reduction is dependent on the amounts of acid and reductant, contact time, Cr(VI) concentration, temperature of the solution and particle size of CSS. The amount of acid is the most important variable affecting the reduction process. When twice the amount of acid required with respect to Cr(VI) was used, Cr(VI) in 100 ml solution (100 mg/l) was completely reduced in a contact period less than 5 min by a 10 g/l dosage of CSS. Reduction efficiency increased with increase in temperature of solution, showing that the process is endothermic. Reduced chromium, and iron and other metals dissolved from CSS were effectively precipitated by using NaOH or calcinated carbonatation sludge from sugar plant.     

Magnetic Cr(VI) Ion Imprinted Polymer for the Fast Selective Adsorption of Cr(VI) from Aqueous Solution

In this study, a novel magnetic Cr(VI) ion imprinted polymer (Cr(VI)-MIIP) was successfully synthesized and used as a selective sorbent for the adsorption of Cr(VI) ions from aqueous solution. It can be synthesized through the combination of an imprinting polymer and magnetic nanoparticles. The high selectivity achieved using MIIP is due to the specific recognition cavities for Cr(VI) ions created in Cr(VI)-MIIP. Also, the magnetic properties that could be obtained using magnetic nanoparticles, helps to separate adsorbent with an external magnetic field without either additional centrifugation or filtration procedures. The magnetic Fe₃O₄ nanoparticles (MNPs) were synthesized using an improved co-precipitation method and modified with tetraethylorthosilicate (TEOS) before imprinting. The magnetic Cr(VI) ion imprinted polymer was prepared through precipitation copolymerization of 4-vinylpyridine as the complexing monomer, 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate as a co-monomer, the Cr⁶⁺ anion as a template, and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate (EGDMA) as a cross-linker in the presence of modified magnetite nanoparticles. This novel synthesized sorbent was characterized using different techniques. Batch adsorption experiments were performed to evaluate the adsorption conditions, selectivity, and reusability. The results showed that the maximum adsorption capacity was 39.3 mg g^?1, which was observed at pH 3 and at 25?°C. The equilibrium time was 20 min, and the amount of adsorbent which gave the maximum adsorption capacity was 1.7 g L^?1. Isotherm studies showed that the adsorption equilibrium data were fitted well with the Langmuir adsorption isotherm model and the theoretical maximum adsorption capacity was 44.86 mg g^?1. The selectivity studies indicated that the synthesized sorbent had a high single selectivity sorption for the Cr(VI) ions in the presence of competing ions. Thermodynamic studies revealed that the adsorption process was exothermic (\(\Delta H\)?<?0) and spontaneous (\(\Delta G\)?<?0). In addition, the spent MIIP can be regenerated up to five cycles without a significant decrease in adsorption capacity.     

Novel pilot-scale washing process and equipment for removing Cr(VI) from contaminated soil

In this study, a novel horizontal rotating soil washing process and equipment were developed and tested for pilot-scale remediation of soils from a site polluted by chromium ore process residue. Operating parameters, including cylinder rotational velocity, cylinder tilt angle, heating temperature and liquid/soil ratio, were investigated. The Taguchi method was used for the experiment design, and the standard L16 orthogonal array with four parameters and four levels was selected for optimising the operating parameters. Optimal removal efficiency was achieved at cylinder rotational velocity of 2.5 rpm, cylinder tilt angle of 2.6°, heating temperature of 200 °C and liquid/soil ratio of 8. The efficiency of citric acid as an extractant in the novel process was compared with that of water. The analysis of the residual Cr(VI) concentration of the soil shows that citric acid could efficiently remove 22.89 % more Cr(VI) than water in one-stage washing. The residual Cr(VI) concentration in the soil after the three-stage washing is as low as 26.16 mg/kg, which meets the screening levels for soil environmental risk assessment of sites in Beijing City (30 mg/kg). Further study is currently underway to optimise the novel process and equipment for commercial-scale use.     

含铬电镀废水中Cr(Ⅵ)的萃取分离研究

用体积分数为40％的磷酸三丁酯－煤油溶液为萃取剂,采用溶液萃取法处理含铬[Cr(Ⅵ）]电镀废水。预先调节废水中Cr(Ⅵ）的质量浓度约为100mg/L,溶液酸度为1．3－1．5mol/L,相比为1∶2,振荡时间为35min,于室温下进行二级萃取处理,Cr(Ⅵ）的萃取率可达到99％以上。萃余液中Cr(Ⅵ）的残余质量浓度降至0．5mg/L以下,达到国家排放标准。对负载有机相用质量分数为10％的Na2SO3溶液进行反萃,即可得到再生,循环使用。     

Removal of Cr(VI) from contaminated soil by electrokinetic remediation

A new process for the removal of hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] contaminated soil is described. The process provides for an efficient removal of anionic chemicals from contaminated soils. Chromate anions were removed from the soil to the anodic reservoir by the moving force of electromigration. In this process, the chromate anions that accumulate in the anodic reservoir are simultaneously eliminated by using a column packed adsorbent. The adsorbent (immobilized tannin) used was chemically incorporated into cellulose. Cr(VI) was found to be adsorbed to this adsorbent efficiently. In the electrokinetic process, the pH of the aqueous solution in the anodic reservoir was decreased by the electrolysis of water. In the present study, the pH of the solution in the anodic reservoir is maintained at pH 6 by the addition of an aqueous alkaline solution during the electrokinetic process. The advantage of pH control is that it promotes the release of Cr(VI) from the soil by electromigration, thus permitting the maximum adsorption of Cr(VI) on the immobilized tannin. Simultaneous collection of Cr(VI) from the anodic reservoir leads to the protection from secondary contamination with Cr(VI).     

散射光下铁(III)-丙酮酸盐配合物还原铬(VI)的研究

研究了在散射光下铁(III)-丙酮酸盐配合物对铬(V I)的光还原反应;考察了溶液pH、铁(III)、丙酮酸钠、铬(V I)浓度对反应的影响;分析了铬(V I)光还原反应的动力学。实验结果表明:铁(III)-丙酮酸盐配合物体系能在较弱的散射光下还原铬(V I)。在铬(V I)浓度为19.2μm o l/L、铁(III)浓度为10.0μm o l/L、丙酮酸钠浓度为240μm o l/L、pH为3.0、光照240m in的条件下,铬(V I)的还原率达到99.7%。从表观动力学方程的反应级数看,铁(III)的级数(0.83)最高,铁(III)浓度是影响铬(V I)光还原反应速率的主要因素,铁(II)是铬(V I)光还原的主要还原剂。     

Fabrication of Polypyrrole/Chitosan Nanocomposite Aerogel Monolith for Removal of Cr(VI)

Three-dimensional polypyrrole/chitosan nanocomposite monoliths are fabricated by polymerization of pyrrole in chitosan aqueous solution. The static polymerization of pyrrole monomer and the cross-linking of chitosan by glutaraldehyde occur simultaneously, resulting in the self-assembly of polypyrrole/chitosan nanocomposite aerogel monolith. The addition of methyl orange and glutaraldehyde and the static reaction play key roles in the formation of the self-standing aerogel monolith. The as-prepared monolith with larger specific surface area exhibits much better adsorption capability for Cr(VI) removal in comparison with that prepared without the addition of glutaraldehyde. The adsorption process and adsorption isotherms are found to well follow the pseudo-second-order and Langmuir models, respectively. Furthermore, this polypyrrole/chitosan nanocomposite monolith is stable and recyclable. About 73.5% of the initial adsorption capability is kept after eight adsorption–desorption cycles. The polypyrrole/chitosan nanocomposite monolith can be a promising candidate for the efficient removal of Cr(VI).     

Optimizing Cr(VI) adsorption on activated carbon produced from heavy oil fly ash

In order to explore the beneficial utilization of heavy oil fly ash (HOFA) generated in the power plants, the present study is intended to optimize the chromium(VI) [Cr(VI)] adsorption on activated carbon produced from HOFA. The raw HOFA obtained from a power plant was washed by nitric/hydrochloric acid and activated at 800 °C with a holding time of 60 min to produce fly ash activated carbon (FAC). Phosphoric acid was used as a chemical agent to improve the surface characteristics of the HOFA during the activation process. Batch adsorption experiments were employed to evaluate the effects of different parameters such as initial Cr(VI) concentration, pH, and FAC dose on the removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solution. A total of 17 adsorption experimental runs were carried out employing the detailed conditions followed the response surface methodology based on the Box–Behnken design. The results indicate that developed FAC has the potential for removing Cr(VI) from wastewater. Under the test conditions, a maximum of 91.51 % Cr(VI) removal efficiency was achieved.     

Leachability of Cr(VI) and other metals from asphalt composites with addition of filter dust

The potential use of filter dust in asphalt composites for road construction was investigated. Filter dust contains high concentrations of metals, of which Cr(VI) and Pb are leached with water. Compact and ground asphalt composites with addition of 2% of filter dust by mass were studied. In order to evaluate their environmental impact, leachability tests were performed using water and salt water as leaching agents. The concentrations of Cr(VI) and Pb were determined in leachates over a time period of 182 days. The results indicated that Pb was not leached with leaching agents from asphalt composites. Cr(VI) was also not leached with leaching agents from compact asphalt composites. However, in ground asphalt composites, Cr(VI) was leached with water in concentrations up to 220 microg L(-1) and in salt water up to 150 microg L(-1). From the physico-mechanical and environmental aspects, filter dust can be used as a component in asphalt mixtures.     

Fe(III) Complexed Polydopamine Modified Mg/Al Layered Double Hydroxide Enhances the Removal of Cr(VI) from Aqueous Solutions

Journal of Polymers and the Environment - Herein, we report the preparation of Fe(III) complexed polydopamine modified Mg/Al layered double hydroxides composite material (LDHs@PDA-Fe(III)) and its...     

Removal of Cr(VI) Ions from Aqueous Solutions Using Poly 3-Methyl Thiophene Conducting Electroactive Polymers

This paper deals with a new application of poly 3-methyl thiophene synthesized chemically onto sawdust (termed as P3MTh/SD) as an effective adsorbent for removal of Cr(VI) ions from aqueous solutions using column system. Chemical synthesis of poly 3-methyl thiophene was performed by addition of ferric chloride (in chloroform) as oxidant to sawdust which had previously been soaked in monomer solution. All the sorption experiments were conducted using dynamic or column system at room temperature. The effect of important parameters such as pH and initial concentration on uptake of Cr(VI) was investigated. In order to find out the possibility of the regeneration and reuse of the exhausted adsorbent, desorption studies were also performed. The currently introduced adsorbent was found to be an efficient adsorbent for removal of highly toxic and hazardous Cr(VI) ions from aqueous solutions. As our breakthrough analysis has indicated, each gram of P3MTh/SD is able to remove more than 95% of Cr(VI)ions from 300 mL of Cr(VI) polluted solution with the initial concentration of 25 mg L⁻¹ in column system. Sorption/desorption of Cr(VI) ions was found to be a highly pH dependent processes.     

Using Design-Expert to Optimize the Properties of a Polyethersulfone Ultrafiltration Membrane Through the Incorporation of NH2-MIL-53(Fe) and PVP for Maximum Cr(VI) Removal and Flux

Journal of Polymers and the Environment - In this study, an NH2-MIL-53(Fe) functionalized membrane was fabricated for Cr(VI) removal from contaminated groundwater. Design-Expert was employed to...     

Synthesis and characterizations of Zr(IV)-loaded orange waste for effective sequestration of Mo(VI) and W(VI) from water

Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management - An efficient and environmentally benign biosorbent for Mo(VI) and W(VI) sequestration was developed by loading Zr(IV) ions onto Saponified Orange...     

Mercury reduction studies to facilitate the thermal decontamination of phosphor powder residues from spent fluorescent lamps

This work investigates the thermal release of mercury from phosphor powder of spent fluorescent lamps. The treatment conditions and the ability of various reducing agents (primarily sodium borohydride) to lower the overall heating temperature required to improve the release of Hg have been evaluated. Hg species in samples were monitored in a thermal desorption atomic absorption spectrometer system, and total mercury was analyzed in a cold vapor atomic absorption spectrometer. Sodium borohydride was the best reducing agent among the ones studied. However, citric acid presented a high capacity to weaken mercury bonds with the matrix. When the sample was crushed with sodium borohydride for 40min in a mass ratio of 10:1 (sample:reducing agent) and submitted to thermal treatment at 300 degrees C for 2h, the concentration of mercury in a phosphor powder sample with 103mgkg(-1) of mercury reached 6.6mgkg(-1).     

A study of Cr(VI) in ashes from fluidized bed combustion of municipal solid waste: leaching, secondary reactions and the applicability of some speciation methods

The use of the fluidized bed technique for the combustion of municipal solid waste is a rather new concept. This type of combustor produces ash residues with somewhat different properties than the residues generated from the traditional mass burn techniques. Therefore, chemical characterization and the investigation of toxic metals behavior during ash water reactions are necessary for the safe disposal of these residues. In the present work, the total elemental composition, mineralogy and leaching behavior of ashes from the combustion of municipal solid waste in a fluidized bed combustion boiler have been investigated. The cyclone ash and, in particular, the filter ash contained considerable amounts of soluble substances, thus giving leachates with high levels of Cl-, Na+, K+, Ca2 + and Al(IIl). On the other hand, the two ash fractions taken in the boiler, the bottom and hopper ashes, were much more stable with respect to the release of salts and heavy metals. Since Cr(VI) is mobile and toxic its release from combustion residues can pose environmental problem. Even though the total Cr contents were similar in all ashes studied, the bottom ash gave about a thousand times higher levels of Cr(VI) in test leachates than the hopper, cyclone and filter ashes. However, it was found that the leached amount of Cr(VI) from the bottom ash decreased significantly when bottom ash was mixed with the hopper ash. The most probable cause for this decrease is the coupled oxidation of Al(0) to Al(III) and reduction of dissolved Cr(VI) to Cr(III). This finding that the mixing of two ash streams from the same boiler could result in the immobilization of Cr may point at a simple stabilization method. Selective extraction of water soluble, exchangeable and sparingly soluble forms of Cr(VI) was also investigated. Extraction methods were evaluated for their suitability for ash matrixes. It was found that interferences due to the presence of reducing substances in some ash materials may occur.     

钯负载泡沫镍电极电化学还原水中三氯乙酸

采用非电沉积法制备了钯负载泡沫镍电极,运用SEM技术对其进行了表征,并以其阴极、铂丝为阳极进行了电化学还原三氯乙酸的研究,考察了工艺条件对三氯乙酸降解效果的影响,并对反应动力学和反应机理和进行了探讨。结果表明:钯负载泡沫镍电极具有较高的比表面积和良好的储氢性能;以20 mmol/L硫酸钠为电解质,在电解温度为20℃、钯负载量为4.5 mg/cm~2的条件下恒流(10 mA)电解240 min,三氯乙酸降解率达99.76%,氯原子脱除率达73.86%;三氯乙酸的电化学还原反应过程以及三氯乙酸上未脱除氯原子浓度的变化均符合拟一级反应动力学方程;三氯乙酸在电化学还原过程中逐个脱除氯原子。     

Water washing effects on metals emission reduction during municipal solid waste incinerator (MSWI) fly ash melting process

This study investigated that water washing effects on the metals emission reduction in melting of municipal solid waste incinerator (MSWI) fly ash. Experimental conditions were conducted at liquid-to-solid (L/S) ratio 10, 20, and 100 for water-washing process and its subsequent melting treatment at 1450 °C for 2 h. The simple water-washing process as a pre-treatment for MSWI fly ash can remove most of the chlorides, leachable salts, and amphoteric heavy metals from the MSWI fly ash, resulting in the washed ash having lowered chlorine content. MSWI fly ashes washed by L/S ratio 10 and above that were melted at 1450 °C produced slag containing relatively high vitrificaton ratio of Cu and Pb. Besides, the vitrification ratios of Na, K, Ca, and Mg in washed MSWI fly ash were also higher than that of MSWI fly ash. The results indicated that washed MSWI fly ash can reduce the emission of metallic chlorides during its subsequent melting treatment.     

混合填充体系对铬渣中六价铬的阻留作用

以铬渣和粉煤灰为混合填充体系的主要填料，采用柱子淋洗法，通过改变混合填料的配比来研究其对铬渣中Cr(Ⅵ)的阻留作用。试验结果表明，各种混合填充体系对Cr(Ⅵ)均有一定程度的阻留作用，其中I—5校对Cr(Ⅵ)的阻留固定效果最佳，淋出液中Cr(Ⅵ)的质量分数为0．删％，相对阻留效果达94．53％。     

用钡渣处理含铬(Ⅵ)废水

探索了用钡渣处理含铬(Ⅵ)废水的最佳实验条件，在废水pH小于6、钡渣与铬(Ⅵ)质量比为60～80、钡渣粒度为180～200目、反应时间为90min的条件下，废水中铬(Ⅵ)的去除率较高，钡渣对含铬(Ⅵ)废水的去除行为符合Langmuir等温方程。钡渣处理含铬(Ⅵ)废水的工业化应用试验表明，其工艺简单，操作方便，成本低。