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Sorption of basic dyes by Hydrilla verticillata


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Low, K.S. and Lee, C.K. and Heng, L.L. (1994) Sorption of basic dyes by Hydrilla verticillata. Environmental Technology, 15 (2). pp. 115-124. ISSN 0959-3330; eISSN: 1479-487X

Abstract

The potential of an aquatic plant, Hydrilla verticillata, to remove two basic dyes, methylene blue and basic blue, from aqueous solutions was assessed under various experimental conditions. Results showed that dried Hydrilla was able to remove the dyes efficiently and rapidly. Its reakthrough time under flow conditions could be predicted using Hutchin's bed depth-service time (BDST) model. As Hydrilla is readily available, it could represent a cheap source of biosorbent for basic dyes.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Universiti Pertanian Malaysia
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.1080/09593339409385411
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Group
Keywords: Basic dyes; Sorption characteristics; Hydrilla verticillata
Depositing User: Ms. Zaimah Saiful Yazan
Date Deposited: 07 Mar 2025 00:43
Last Modified: 07 Mar 2025 00:43
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115535
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