Heavy Metal Removal from Water

Materials and Technologies
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-032-98519-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 234 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 507 g

This book embarks on a thorough exploration of metal ion removal processes and cutting-edge technologies, with a particular focus on membranes, photocatalysts, and a diverse array of adsorbents. Going beyond the fundamentals, the authors illuminate the principles and practical intricacies underlying membrane-based separation processes, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of their applications and nuances. In addition to membrane separation techniques, the book examines alternative approaches utilizing adsorbents and photocatalysts, comparing their advantages and drawbacks against conventional membrane-based methods.  Features

- Includes the latest technological advancements, such as the utilization of innovative materials like MXenes and graphene for heavy ion removal from water.

- Features a dedicated chapter addressing the critical aspects of extraction, recovery, and disposal of heavy metals.

- Examines the current landscape of heavy metal contamination in both developed and developing countries, providing valuable insights into the challenges at hand.

- Offers practical guidance on effective management strategies spanning the entire lifecycle of heavy metal pollutants, from extraction through to safe disposal.

This text is aimed at various stakeholders, including researchers, students, practitioners, and policymakers, committed to tackling the pressing challenges posed by heavy metal contamination.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Pal, Umapada

Ortiz-Quiñonez, Jose Luis

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Umwelttechnik | Umwelttechnologie Umwelttechnik
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde
• Technische Wissenschaften Umwelttechnik | Umwelttechnologie Wasserversorgung, Wasseraufbereitung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Heavy Metals and Their Toxicity. 2. Metal Ion Capture Technologies. 3. Membrane-Based Separation of Heavy Metal Ions. 4. Heavy Metal Removal Using Inorganic Nanostructures. 5. Heavy Metal Ion Removal Using Bio-based Materials. 6. Ion-Exchange Resins and Polymers in Heavy Metal Ion Removal. 7. Technologies for Disposal/Extraction of Adsorbed Heavy Metal Ions.

Über Autor(innen)

Umapada Pal is a Distinguished Professor at the Institute of Physics, Autonomous University of Puebla, Mexico. He is a pioneer in nanomaterials research in the country, having established Mexico's inaugural Laboratory on Nanomaterials Research.

Jose Luis Ortiz-Quiñonez is a Visiting Professor in the Chemistry Department at the Metropolitan Autonomous University, Mexico. His research centers on synthesizing nanomaterials and their application in purifying water by removing pollutants.