Optimization of congo red removal by adsorption onto NiFe2O4/GO nanocomposite

The present study focused on the use of the magnetic nanocomposite NiFe2O4/GO (GO - Graphene oxide) as an efficient adsorbent for the removal of congo red (CR). The NiFe2O4/GO was synthesized from NiFe2O4 and GO via a facile route, and the structure of this nanocomposite was analyzed by X-ray powde...

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Main Authors: Van Thuan Tran, Van Thinh Pham, Thi Phuong Quynh Bui, Duy Trinh Nguyen, Long Giang Bach
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Vietnam Ministry of Science and Technology 2017-09-01
Series:Vietnam Journal of Science, Technology and Engineering
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Online Access:https://vietnamscience.vjst.vn/index.php/vjste/article/view/279
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Summary:The present study focused on the use of the magnetic nanocomposite NiFe2O4/GO (GO - Graphene oxide) as an efficient adsorbent for the removal of congo red (CR). The NiFe2O4/GO was synthesized from NiFe2O4 and GO via a facile route, and the structure of this nanocomposite was analyzed by X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and Vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM). By applying the response surface methodology, the profound relationship was found between variables (initial concentration, adsorbent dosage, and pH) and CR removal efficiency. Moreover, the model was optimized to give a favourable condition for the adsorption. Up to 94.7% of CR removal was obtained via a confirmation test, and this result indicated that the magnetic NiFe2O4/GO was a promising material in terms of treatment for CR-contaminated wastewater.
ISSN:2525-2461
2615-9937