Extraction of Silica from Cassava Periderm using Modified Sol-Gel Method

Cassava peridem wastes are generated and disposed indiscriminately or burnt due to zero economic value. In this study, modified sol-gel synthesis of amorphous silica nanoparticles from cassava periderm (CP) was investigated. The wastes were pretreated with HCl to remove soluble metallic impurities....

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Main Authors: J. A. Adebisi, J. O. Agunsoye, S. A. Bello, M. Haris, M. M. Ramakokovhu, M. O. Daramola, S. B. Hassan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Faculty of Engineering and Technology 2018-05-01
Series:Nigerian Journal of Technological Development
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Online Access:https://journal.njtd.com.ng/index.php/njtd/article/view/165