Sorption of Ibuprofen by chemically treated maize cob

Potable water availability has been drastically reduced because of the indiscriminate discharge of pharmaceuticals into rivers and surrounding areas. Polluted water disrupts aquatic life and affects human health. This study investigated the potential of using NaOH-activated maize cobs for removing I...

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Main Authors: Patience Mapule Thabede, Nomkhosi Anele Hapiness Khumalo, Precious Nokwethemba Mahlambi, Pardon Nyamukamba, Sekomeng Johannes Modise
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-10-01
Series:South African Journal of Chemical Engineering
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1026918523000872