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Huang SW, Hussain B, Chen JS, Asif A, Hsu BM. Evaluating groundwater ecosystem dynamics in response to post in-situ remediation of mixed chlorinated volatile organic compounds (CVOCs): An insight into microbial community resilience, adaptability, and metabolic functionality for sustainable remediation and ecosystem restoration. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 920:170874. [PMID: 38350560 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.170874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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The in-situ remediation of groundwater contaminated with mixed chlorinated volatile organic compounds (CVOCs) has become a significant global research interest. However, limited attention has been given in understanding the effects of these remediation efforts on the groundwater microbial communities, which are vital for maintaining ecosystem health through their involvement in biogeochemical cycles. Hence, this study aimed to provide valuable insights into the impacts of in-situ remediation methods on groundwater microbial communities and ecosystem functionality, employing high-throughput sequencing coupled with functional and physiological assays. The results showed that both bioremediation and chemical remediation methods adversely affected microbial diversity and abundance compared to non-polluted sites. Certain taxa such as Pseudomonas, Acinetobacter, and Vogesella were sensitive to these remediation methods, while Aquabacterium exhibited greater adaptability. Functional annotation unveiled the beneficial impact of bioremediation on the sulfur cycle and specific taxa such as Cellvibrio, Massilia, Algoriphagus, and Flavobacterium which showed a significant positive relationship with dark oxidation of sulfur compounds. In contrast, chemical remediation showed adverse impacts on the nitrogen cycle with a reduced abundance of nitrogen and nitrate respiration along with a reduced utilization of amines (nitrogen rich substrate). The findings of this study offer valuable insights into the potential impacts of in-situ remediation methods on groundwater microbial communities and ecosystem functionality, emphasizing the need for meticulous consideration to ensure the implementation of effective and sustainable remediation strategies that safeguard ecosystem health and function.
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- Shih-Wei Huang
- Center for environmental Toxin and Emerging Contaminant, Cheng Shiu University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Institute of Environmental Toxin and Emerging Contaminant, Cheng Shiu University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi County, Taiwan; Department of Biomedical Sciences, National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research, E-Da Hospital, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi County, Taiwan; Doctoral Program in Science, Technology, Environment and Mathematics, National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi County, Taiwan.
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Wei KH, Zheng YM, Sun Y, Zhao ZQ, Xi BD, He XS. Larger aggregate formed by self-assembly process of the mixture surfactants enhance the dissolution and oxidative removal of non-aqueous phase liquid contaminants in aquifer. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:169532. [PMID: 38145683 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.169532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 12/27/2023]
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Surfactants can transfer non-aqueous phase liquid (NAPL) contaminants to the aqueous phase, and enhance the removal of the latter in groundwater. However, the extensive use of surfactants causes secondary contamination and increases the non-target consumption of oxidants. It is pressing to develop a surfactant with high phase transfer efficiency and sound compatibility with oxidants to minimize the use of surfactants for groundwater remediation. The phase transfer capability of different surfactants and their binary mixtures, their enhanced KMnO4 oxidation performance for NAPL contaminants as well as influencing factors were investigated to solve the above-mentioned question. The results showed that Tween20, SDBS and BS-12 perform best in terms of phase transfer capability among nonionic, anionic and amphoteric surfactants respectively, and only SDBS and BS-12 produce a synergistic effect among the binary mixtures. The CMC of SDBS/BS-12 was lower than its ideal CMC value, and the self-assembly process of SDBS/BS-12 also formed larger aggregates, which improved the phase transfer performance. Compared to other single surfactants, the removal efficiency of petroleum hydrocarbons in the aquifer sediments was raised by 7.4-33.8 % using the mixed surfactant. The SDBS/BS-12 mixture was compatible with KMnO4 and boosted the reaction of NAPL contaminants with KMnO4 by transferring from the NAPL phase to the aqueous phase. As a result, the NAPL toluene and phenanthrene removal efficiency increased from 37 % and 29 % to 80 % and 86 % respectively. Natural organic matters inhibited the phase transfer efficiency of the SDBS/BS-12 mixture, whereas anions and monovalent cations enhanced the phase transfer capability of the mixture. High-valent cations led to precipitation in the SDBS/BS-12, which could be eliminated by adding Na2Si2O5. The SDBS/BS-12 mixture delivered the same phase transfer efficiency with the dosage of 1.73-23.07 % of other single surfactants, and its cost was equivalent to 0.25-41.7 % of the latter, thus embracing bright application prospects.
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- Kun-Hao Wei
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China.
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Demiray Z, Akyol NH, Akyol G, Copty NK. Surfactant-enhanced in-situ oxidation of DNAPL source zone: Experiments and numerical modeling. JOURNAL OF CONTAMINANT HYDROLOGY 2023; 258:104233. [PMID: 37625208 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconhyd.2023.104233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2023] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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In this study we investigate the synergetic effects of combining surfactant-enhanced dissolution with in-situ oxidation of a pool-dominated PCE DNAPL source zone entrapped in porous media. Flow cell flushing experiments packed with silica sand and natural calcareous soil were conducted with a surfactant (Tween 80) and permanganate (MnO4-) used as dissolution and oxidation agents, respectively. The resultant breakthrough curves exhibited a multiple step behavior with mass removal controlled in the latter stages by the less-accessible DNAPL mass. DNAPL spatial architecture, flow-field heterogeneity, and flushing solution all influenced the remediation effort. When taking into account both the surfactant-enhanced dissolution and permanganate oxidation processes, mass-flux reduction/mass-removal behavior relationships indicated that the inclusion of oxidation in the remediation scheme delayed the drop in mass flux from the source zone, leading to improved DNAPL removal efficiency. Numerical modeling was also performed to further evaluate the efficacy of the surfactant-enhanced chemical oxidation of DNAPL PCE with permanganate. The system of reaction equations available in the multiphase flow simulator UTCHEM were adapted to simulate the chemical oxidation process in the presence of a surfactant. The model results yield lower oxidation reaction rate constants in the presence of Tween 80, indicating that Tween 80 can interfere with the reaction rate. However, the increase in the solubility of PCE in the presence of Tween 80 more than compensates for the decrease in reaction rate constant. Overall, for Tween 80/MnO4- applied at sufficient dosages, more efficient DNAPL zone remediation was achieved compared to surfactant flushing or permanganate oxidation alone.
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- Zeynep Demiray
- Institute of Environmental Sciences, Bogazici University, Bebek, 34342 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Geological Engineering, Kocaeli University, 41380 Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Department of Geological Engineering, Kütahya Dumlupınar University, Kütahya, Turkey
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences, Bogazici University, Bebek, 34342 Istanbul, Turkey.
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Xu JC, Yang LH, Yuan JX, Li SQ, Peng KM, Lu LJ, Huang XF, Liu J. Coupling surfactants with ISCO for remediating of NAPLs: Recent progress and application challenges. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 303:135004. [PMID: 35598784 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.135004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2022] [Revised: 05/10/2022] [Accepted: 05/14/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Non-aqueous phase liquids (NAPLs) pose a serious risk to the soil-groundwater environment. Coupling surfactants with in situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) technology is a promising strategy, which is attributed to the enhanced desorption and solubilization efficiency of NAPL contaminants. However, the complex interactions among surfactants, oxidation systems, and NAPL contaminants have not been fully revealed. This review provides a comprehensive overview on the development of surfactant-coupled ISCO technology focusing on the effects of surfactants on oxidation systems and NAPLs degradation behavior. Specifically, we discussed the compatibility between surfactants and oxidation systems, including the non-productive consumption of oxidants by surfactants, the role of surfactants in catalytic oxidation systems, and the loss of surfactants solubilization capacity during oxidation process. The effect of surfactants on the degradation behavior of NAPL contaminants is then thoroughly summarized in terms of degradation kinetics, byproducts and degradation mechanisms. This review demonstrates that it is crucial to minimize the negative effects of surfactants on NAPL contaminants oxidation process by fully understanding the interaction between surfactants and oxidation systems, which would promote the successful implementation of surfactant-coupled ISCO technology in remediation of NAPLs-contaminated sites.
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- Jing-Cheng Xu
- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China; Frontiers Science Center for Intelligent Autonomous Systems, Shanghai, 201210, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Yangtze River Water Environment, Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China; Frontiers Science Center for Intelligent Autonomous Systems, Shanghai, 201210, China.
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Wei KH, Ma J, Xi BD, Yu MD, Cui J, Chen BL, Li Y, Gu QB, He XS. Recent progress on in-situ chemical oxidation for the remediation of petroleum contaminated soil and groundwater. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2022; 432:128738. [PMID: 35338938 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2022.128738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Revised: 02/09/2022] [Accepted: 03/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Accidental oil leaks and spills can often result in severe soil and groundwater pollution. In situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) is a powerful and efficient remediation technology. In this review, the applications and recent advances of three commonly applied in-situ oxidants (hydrogen peroxide, persulfate, and permanganate), and the gap in remediation efficiency between lab-scale and field-scale applications is critically assessed. Feasible improvements for these measures, especially solutions for the 'rebound effect', are discussed. The removal efficiencies reported in 108 research articles related to petroleum-contaminated soil and groundwater were analyzed. The average remediation efficiency of groundwater (82.7%) by the three oxidants was higher than that of soil (65.8%). A number of factors, including non-aqueous phase liquids, adsorption effect, the aging process of contaminants, low-permeability zones, and vapor migration resulted in a decrease in the remediation efficiency and caused the residual contaminants to rebound from 19.1% of the original content to 57.7%. However, the average remediation efficiency of ISCO can be increased from 40.9% to 75.5% when combined with other techniques. In the future, improving the utilization efficiency of reactive species and enhancing the contact efficiency between oxidants and petroleum contaminants will be worthy of attention. Multi-technical combinations, such as the ISCO coupled with phase-transfer, viscosity control, controlled release or natural attenuation, can be effective methods to solve the rebound problem.
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- Kun-Hao Wei
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, Beijing Key Lab of Oil & Gas Pollution Control, China University of Petroleum-Beijing, Beijing 102249, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- Department of Environmental Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310058, China
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- Key Laboratory of Water and Sediment Sciences of Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China.
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Saeed Al-Thubaiti K, Khan Z, Ahmad Al-Thabaiti S. Effects of CTAB and SDS on the nucleation and growth of MnO2 and Ag-doped MnO2 nanoparticles formation. J Mol Liq 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2022.118910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Garcia-Cervilla R, Santos A, Romero A, Lorenzo D. Abatement of chlorobenzenes in aqueous phase by persulfate activated by alkali enhanced by surfactant addition. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2022; 306:114475. [PMID: 35033888 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.114475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Revised: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Sites polluted by dense non-aqueous phases (DNAPLs) constitute an environmental concern. In situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) application is limited since oxidation often occurs in the aqueous phase and contaminants are usually hydrophobic. In this work, ISCO enhanced by the surfactant addition (S-ISCO) was studied for a complex liquid mixture of chlorinated organic compounds (COCs) using persulfate (PS) activated by alkali (PSA) as oxidant and Emulse-3® as a commercial non-ionic surfactant. The reaction between E3 and PSA was investigated in the absence and presence of solubilized COCs in the following concentration ranges: COCs 1.2-50 mM, PS 84-336 mM, NaOH:PS molar ratio of 2, and surfactant concentration 1-10 g·L-1. In the experiments carried out in the absence of COCs, the unproductive consumption of PS was studied. The higher the surfactant concentration, the lower the ratio PS consumed to the initial surfactant concentration due to more complex micelle structures hindering the oxidation of surfactant molecules. This hindering effect was also noticed in the oxidation of solubilized COCs. The reduction of chlorobenzenes by PSA was negligible at surfactant concentrations above 2.5 g·L-1, independently of the COCs concentration solubilized. Instead, a surfactant concentration of about 1 and PS concentration of 168 mM yielded a significant decrease in the time required to abate a mass of DNAPL, compared with an ISCO process, with a bearable increase in the unproductive consumption of PS.
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- Raul Garcia-Cervilla
- Chemical and Materials Engineering Department, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
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- Chemical and Materials Engineering Department, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
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- Chemical and Materials Engineering Department, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
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- Chemical and Materials Engineering Department, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain.
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Ji J, Yao X, Gao J, Lu W, Wang W, Chu D. Effect of surfactants and pH values on stability of γ-Al2O3 nanofluids. Chem Phys Lett 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cplett.2021.138996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Liu JW, Wei KH, Xu SW, Cui J, Ma J, Xiao XL, Xi BD, He XS. Surfactant-enhanced remediation of oil-contaminated soil and groundwater: A review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2021; 756:144142. [PMID: 33302075 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.144142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 27.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2020] [Revised: 11/13/2020] [Accepted: 11/24/2020] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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Oil leakage, which is inevitable in the process of extraction, processing, transportation and storage, seriously undermines the soil and groundwater environment. Surfactants can facilitate the migration and solution of oil contaminants from nonaqueous phase liquid (NAPL) or solid phase to water by reducing the (air/water) surface tension, (oil/water) interfacial tension and micellar solubilization. They can effectively enhance the hydrodynamic driven remediation technologies by improving the contact efficiency of contaminants and liquid remediation agents or microorganism, and have been widely used to enhance the remediation of oil-contaminated sites. This paper summarizes the characteristics of different types of surfactants such as nonionic, anionic, biological and mixed surfactants, their enhancements to the remediation of oil-contaminated soil and groundwater, and examines the factors influencing surfactant performance. The causes of tailing and rebound effects and the role of surfactants in suppressing them are also discussed. Laboratory researches and actual site remediation practices have shown that various types of surfactants offer diverse options. Biosurfactants and mixed surfactants are superior and worth attention among the surfactants. Using surfactant foams, adding shear-thinning polymers, and combining surfactants with in-situ chemical oxidation are effective ways to resolve tailing and rebound effects. The adsorption of surfactants on soils and aquifer sediments decreases remediation efficiency and may cause secondary pollution, Therefore the adsorption loss should be noticed and minimized.
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- Jian-Wu Liu
- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Oilfield Produced Water Treatment and Environmental Pollution Control, SINOPEC Petroleum Engineering Corporation, Dongying 257026, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- Shengli Oilfield Company, SINOPEC, Dongying 257026, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, Beijing Key Lab of Oil & Gas Pollution Control, China University of Petroleum-Beijing, Beijing 102249, China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Oilfield Produced Water Treatment and Environmental Pollution Control, SINOPEC Petroleum Engineering Corporation, Dongying 257026, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Simulation and Control of Groundwater Pollution, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China.
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Muff J, MacKinnon L, Durant ND, Bennedsen LF, Rügge K, Bondgaard M, Pennell KD. Solubility and reactivity of surfactant-enhanced alkaline hydrolysis of organophosphorus pesticide DNAPL. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2020; 27:3428-3439. [PMID: 31845264 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-07152-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2019] [Accepted: 11/21/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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The study presented in this paper evaluated the effectiveness of surfactants in enhancing mass removal of organophosphorus pesticides (OPPs) from soil under highly alkaline conditions and potential for enhancing in situ alkaline hydrolysis for treatment of OPPs, particularly parathion (EP3) and methyl parathion (MP3). In control and surfactant experiments, hydrolysis products EP2 acid, MP2 acid, and PNP were formed in non-stoichiometric amounts indicating instability of these compounds. MP3 and malathion were found to have faster hydrolysis rates than EP3 under the conditions studied. All surfactants evaluated increased solubility of OPPs under alkaline conditions with four nonionic alcohol ethoxylate products providing the greater affect over the polyglucosides, sulfonate, and propionate surfactants evaluated. The alcohol ethoxylates were shown to provide substantial mass removal of OPPs from soil. Hydrolysis rates were typically slower in the presence of surfactant, despite the relatively higher aqueous concentrations of OPPs; this was likely due to micellar solubilization of the OPPs which were therefore less accessible for hydrolysis. The results of this study support the use of surfactants for contaminant mass removal from soil, particularly under alkaline conditions, and may have implications for use of some surfactants in combination with other technologies for treatment of OPPs.
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- Jens Muff
- Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Section of Chemical Engineering, Niels Bohrs Vej 8, Aalborg University, DK-6700, Esbjerg, Denmark.
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- Geosyntec Consultants Inc., 130 Research Lane, Suite 2, Guelph, ON, Canada
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- Geosyntec Consultants Inc., 10220 Old Columbia Road, Suite A, Columbia, USA
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- COWI A/S, Jord og Grundvand, Parallelvej 2, DK-2800, Kongens Lyngby, Denmark
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- Central Denmark Region, Environment, Lægårdvej 12, DK-7500, Holstebro, Denmark
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- 231 Engineering Research Center, Brown University School of Engineering, 184 Hope Street, Box D, Providence, RI, 02912, USA
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Yang ZH, Ou JH, Dong CD, Chen CW, Lin WH, Kao CM. Remediation of TCE-contaminated groundwater using KMnO 4 oxidation: laboratory and field-scale studies. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 26:34027-34038. [PMID: 30232775 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-018-3099-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2018] [Accepted: 08/28/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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The objectives of this study were to (1) conduct laboratory bench and column experiments to determine the oxidation kinetics and optimal operational parameters for trichloroethene (TCE)-contaminated groundwater remediation using potassium permanganate (KMnO4) as oxidant and (2) to conduct a pilot-scale study to assess the efficiency of TCE remediation by KMnO4 oxidation. The controlling factors in laboratory studies included soil oxidant demand (SOD), molar ratios of KMnO4 to TCE, KMnO4 decay rate, and molar ratios of Na2HPO4 to KMnO4 for manganese dioxide (MnO2) production control. Results show that a significant amount of KMnO4 was depleted when it was added in a soil/water system due to the existence of natural soil organic matters. The presence of natural organic material in soils can exert a significant oxidant demand thereby reducing the amount of KMnO4 available for the destruction of TCE as well as the overall oxidation rate of TCE. Supplement of higher concentrations of KMnO4 is required in the soil systems with high SOD values. Higher KMnO4 application resulted in more significant H+ and subsequent pH drop. The addition of Na2HPO4 could minimize the amount of produced MnO2 particles and prevent the clogging of soil pores, and TCE oxidation efficiency would not be affected by Na2HPO4. To obtain a complete TCE removal, the amount of KMnO4 used to oxidize TCE needs to be higher than the theoretical molar ratio of KMnO4 to TCE based on the stoichiometry equation. Relatively lower oxidation rates are obtained with lower initial TCE concentrations. The half-life of TCE decreased with increased KMnO4 concentrations. Results from the pilot-scale study indicate that a significant KMnO4 decay occurs after the injection due to the reaction of KMnO4 with soil organic matters, and thus, the amount of KMnO4, which could be transported from the injection point to the downgradient area, would be low. The effective influence zone of the KMnO4 oxidation was limited to the KMnO4 injection area (within a 3-m radius zone). Migration of KMnO4 to farther downgradient area was limited due to the reaction of KMnO4 to natural organic matters. To retain a higher TCE removal efficiency, continuous supplement of high concentrations of KMnO4 is required. The findings would be useful in designing an in situ field-scale ISCO system for TCE-contaminated groundwater remediation using KMnO4 as the oxidant.
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- Zong-Han Yang
- Apollo Technology Co., Ltd., Kaohsiung City, 80248, Taiwan
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- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung City, 80424, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung Marine University, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung Marine University, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
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- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung City, 80424, Taiwan
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- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung City, 80424, Taiwan.
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Driver EM, Roberts J, Dollar P, Charles M, Hurst P, Halden RU. Comparative meta-analysis and experimental kinetic investigation of column and batch bottle microcosm treatability studies informing in situ groundwater remedial design. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2017; 323:377-385. [PMID: 27207379 PMCID: PMC5097027 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2016.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2015] [Revised: 04/27/2016] [Accepted: 05/04/2016] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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A systematic comparison was performed between batch bottle and continuous-flow column microcosms (BMs and CMs, respectively) commonly used for in situ groundwater remedial design. Review of recent literature (2000-2014) showed a preference for reporting batch kinetics, even when corresponding column data were available. Additionally, CMs produced higher observed rate constants, exceeding those of BMs by a factor of 6.1±1.1 standard error. In a subsequent laboratory investigation, 12 equivalent microcosm pairs were constructed from fractured bedrock and perchloroethylene (PCE) impacted groundwater. First-order PCE transformation kinetics of CMs were 8.0±4.8 times faster than BMs (rates: 1.23±0.87 vs. 0.16±0.05d-1, respectively). Additionally, CMs transformed 16.1±8.0-times more mass than BMs owing to continuous-feed operation. CMs are concluded to yield more reliable kinetic estimates because of much higher data density stemming from long-term, steady-state conditions. Since information from BMs and CMs is valuable and complementary, treatability studies should report kinetic data from both when available. This first systematic investigation of BMs and CMs highlights the need for a more unified framework for data use and reporting in treatability studies informing decision-making for field-scale groundwater remediation.
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- Erin M Driver
- Center for Environmental Security, The Biodesign Institute and Global Security Initiative, Arizona State University, 781 E. Terrace Mall, Tempe, AZ 85287-5904, United States, United States
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- SiREM, 130 Stone Road West, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 3Z2, Canada
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- SiREM, 130 Stone Road West, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 3Z2, Canada
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- Center for Environmental Security, The Biodesign Institute and Global Security Initiative, Arizona State University, 781 E. Terrace Mall, Tempe, AZ 85287-5904, United States, United States
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- Golder Associates Ltd. 1931 Robertson Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K2H 5B7, Canada
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- Center for Environmental Security, The Biodesign Institute and Global Security Initiative, Arizona State University, 781 E. Terrace Mall, Tempe, AZ 85287-5904, United States, United States.
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Xu J, Deng X, Cui Y, Kong F. Impact of chemical oxidation on indigenous bacteria and mobilization of nutrients and subsequent bioremediation of crude oil-contaminated soil. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2016; 320:160-168. [PMID: 27544728 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2016.08.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2016] [Revised: 07/29/2016] [Accepted: 08/09/2016] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Fenton pre-oxidation provides nutrients to promote bioremediation. However, the effects of the indigenous bacteria that remain following Fenton oxidation on nutrient mobilization and subsequent bioremediation remain unclear. Experiments were performed with inoculation with native bacteria and foreign bacteria or without inoculation after four regimens of stepwise pre-oxidations. The effects of the indigenous bacteria remaining after stepwise oxidation on nutrient mobilization and subsequent bioremediation over 80 days were investigated. After stepwise Fenton pre-oxidation at a low H2O2 concentration (225×4), the remaining indigenous bacterial populations reached their peak (4.8±0.17×106CFU/g), the nutrients were mobilized rapidly, and the subsequent bioremediation of crude oil was improved (biodegradation efficiency of 35%). However, after stepwise Fenton pre-oxidation at a high H2O2 concentration (450×4), only 3.6±0.16×103CFU/g of indigenous bacteria remained, and the indigenous bacteria that degrade C15-C30 alkanes were inhibited. The nutrient mobilization was then highly limited, and only 19% of total petroleum hydrocarbon was degraded. Furthermore, the recovery period after the low H2O2 concentration stepwise Fenton pre-oxidation (225×4) was less than 20 days, which was 20-30 days shorter than with the other pre-oxidation treatments. Therefore, stepwise Fenton pre-oxidation at a low H2O2 concentration protects indigenous bacterial populations and improves the nutrient mobilization and subsequent bioremediation.
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- Jinlan Xu
- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, Xi'an, 710055, China.
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- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, Xi'an, 710055, China
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- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, Xi'an, 710055, China
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- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, Xi'an, 710055, China
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Engineering Behavior and Characteristics of Water-Soluble Polymers: Implication on Soil Remediation and Enhanced Oil Recovery. SUSTAINABILITY 2016. [DOI: 10.3390/su8030205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Miao Z, Gu X, Lu S, Brusseau ML, Yan N, Qiu Z, Sui Q. Enhancement effects of reducing agents on the degradation of tetrachloroethene in the Fe(II)/Fe(III) catalyzed percarbonate system. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2015; 300:530-537. [PMID: 26257094 PMCID: PMC4658213 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2015.07.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2015] [Revised: 07/16/2015] [Accepted: 07/18/2015] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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In this study, the effects of reducing agents on the degradation of tetrachloroethene (PCE) were investigated in the Fe(II)/Fe(III) catalyzed sodium percarbonate (SPC) system. The addition of reducing agents, including hydroxylamine hydrochloride, sodium sulfite, ascorbic acid and sodium ascorbate, accelerated the Fe(III)/Fe(II) redox cycle, leading to a relatively steady Fe(II) concentration and higher production of free radicals. This, in turn, resulted in enhanced PCE oxidation by SPC, with almost complete PCE removal obtained for appropriate Fe and SPC concentrations. The chemical probe tests, using nitrobenzene and carbon tetrachloride, demonstrated that HO was the predominant radical in the system and that O2(-) played a minor role, which was further confirmed by the results of electron spin resonance measurements. PCE degradation decreased significantly with the addition of isopropanol, a HO scavenger, supporting the hypothesis that HO was primarily responsible for PCE degradation. It is noteworthy that Cl(-) release was slightly delayed in the first 20 min, indicating that intermediate products were produced. However, these intermediates were further degraded, resulting in the complete conversion of PCE to CO2. In conclusion, the use of reducing agents to enhance Fe(II)/Fe(III) catalyzed SPC oxidation appears to be a promising approach for the rapid degradation of organic contaminants in groundwater.
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- Zhouwei Miao
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China; Soil, Water and Environmental Science Department, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Arizona, 429 Shantz Building, Tucson, AZ 85721, United States
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China.
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- Soil, Water and Environmental Science Department, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Arizona, 429 Shantz Building, Tucson, AZ 85721, United States
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- Hydrology and Water Resources Department, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Arizona, 429 Shantz Building, Tucson, AZ 85721, United States
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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Miao Z, Gu X, Lu S, Brusseau ML, Zhang X, Fu X, Danish M, Qiu Z, Sui Q. Enhancement effects of chelating agents on the degradation of tetrachloroethene in Fe(III) catalyzed percarbonate system. CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND : 1996) 2015; 281:286-294. [PMID: 26549979 PMCID: PMC4634672 DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2015.06.076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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The performance of Fe(III)-based catalyzed sodium percarbonate (SPC) for stimulating the oxidation of tetrachloroethene (PCE) for groundwater remediation applications was investigated. The chelating agents citric acid monohydrate (CIT), oxalic acid (OA), and Glutamic acid (Glu) significantly enhanced the degradation of PCE. Conversely, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) had a negative impact on PCE degradation, which may due to its strong Fe chelation and HO• scavenging abilities. However, excessive SPC or chelating agent will retard PCE degradation. In addition, investigations using free radical probe compounds and radical scavengers revealed that PCE was primarily degraded by HO• radical oxidation in both the chelated and non-chelated systems, while O2•- also participated in the non-chelated system and the OA and Glu modified systems. According to the electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) studies, the presence of HO• in the Fe(III)/SPC system was maintained much longer than that in the Fe(II)/SPC system. The results indicated that the addition of CIT, OA or Glu indeed enhanced the generation of HO• in the first 10 min and promoted degradation efficiency by increasing the amount of Fe(III) and maintaining the concentration of HO• radicals in solution. In conclusion, chelated Fe(III)-based catalyzed SPC oxidation is a promising method for the remediation of PCE-contaminated groundwater.
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- Zhouwei Miao
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- Soil, Water and Environmental Science Department, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Arizona, 429 Shantz Bldg., Tucson, AZ 85721
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Soil, Water and Environmental Science Department, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Arizona, 429 Shantz Bldg., Tucson, AZ 85721
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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Liang C, Hsieh CL. Evaluation of surfactant flushing for remediating EDC-tar contamination. JOURNAL OF CONTAMINANT HYDROLOGY 2015; 177-178:158-166. [PMID: 25941757 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconhyd.2015.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2014] [Revised: 04/08/2015] [Accepted: 04/12/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Ethylene dichloride tar (EDC-tar) is a dense non-aqueous phase liquid (DNAPL) waste originated from the process of vinyl chloride production, with major constituents including chlorinated aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons. This study investigated the feasibility of Surfactant Enhanced Aquifer Remediation (SEAR) for treating EDC-tar contaminated aquifers. Initial experiments explored the potential to enhance the apparent solubility of EDC-tar using single or mixed surfactants. The results showed that an aqueous solution mixed anionic and non-ionic surfactants (i.e., SDS/Tween 80) exhibited higher EDC-tar apparent solubility and lower surface tension than other surfactant systems tested. Additionally, alkaline pH aids in increasing the EDC-tar apparent solubility. In column flushing experiments, it was seen that the alkaline mixed SDS/Tween 80 solution showed better removal of pure EDC-tar from silica sand porous media. Furthermore, separation of EDC-tar in the surfactant solution was conducted employing a salting-out effect. Significant separation of DNAPL was observed when 13 wt.% or more NaCl was added to the solution. Overall, this study evaluates the feasibility of using SEAR for remediating EDC-tar contaminated subsurface soil and groundwater.
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- Chenju Liang
- Department of Environmental Engineering, National Chung Hsing University, 250 Kuo-Kuang Road, Taichung 402, Taiwan.
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, National Chung Hsing University, 250 Kuo-Kuang Road, Taichung 402, Taiwan
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Zhang J, Zhang Y, Wang H, Guan X. Ru(III) catalyzed permanganate oxidation of aniline at environmentally relevant pH. J Environ Sci (China) 2014; 26:1395-1402. [PMID: 25079987 DOI: 10.1016/j.jes.2014.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2013] [Revised: 10/31/2013] [Accepted: 11/07/2013] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Ru(III) was employed as catalyst for aniline oxidation by permanganate at environmentally relevant pH for the first time. Ru(III) could significantly improve the oxidation rate of aniline by 5-24 times with its concentration increasing from 2.5 to 15 μmol/L. The reaction of Ru(III) catalyzed permanganate oxidation of aniline was first-order with respect to aniline, permanganate and Ru(III), respectively. Thus the oxidation kinetics can be described by a third-order rate law. Aniline degradation by Ru(III) catalyzed permanganate oxidation was markedly influenced by pH, and the second-order rate constant (ktapp) decreased from 643.20 to 2.67 (mol/L)⁻¹sec⁻¹ with increasing pH from 4.0 to 9.0, which was possibly due to the decrease of permanganate oxidation potential with increasing pH. In both the uncatalytic and catalytic permanganate oxidation, six byproducts of aniline were identified in UPLC-MS/MS analysis. Ru(III), as an electron shuttle, was oxidized by permanganate to Ru(VI) and Ru(VII), which acted the co-oxidants for decomposition of aniline. Although Ru(III) could catalyze permanganate oxidation of aniline effectively, dosing homogeneous Ru(III) into water would lead to a second pollution. Therefore, efforts would be made to investigate the catalytic performance of supported Ru(III) toward permanganate oxidation in our future study.
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- Jing Zhang
- State Key Lab of Urban Water Resource and Environment, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150090, China; Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing 210098, China.
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- CSCEC AECOM Consultants Co. Ltd., Beijing 100044, China
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- Waters Co., Shanghai 200000, China
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- State Key Lab of Urban Water Resource and Environment, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150090, China; State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resources Reuse, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China.
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Zang X, Gu X, Lu S, Qiu Z, Sui Q, Lin K, Du X. Trichloroethylene oxidation performance in sodium percarbonate (SPC)/Fe2+ system. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2014; 35:791-798. [PMID: 24645461 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2013.852592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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In this study, in-situ chemical oxidation technique employing Fe(II) catalytic sodium percarbonate (SPC) to stimulate the oxidation of trichloroethylene (TCE) in contaminated groundwater remediation was investigated. The effects of various factors including the SPC/TCE/Fe2+ molar ratio, the initial solution pH and the widely found constituents in groundwater matrix such as Cl(-), HCO3(-), SO4(2-) and NO3(-) anions and natural organic matters were evaluated. The experimental results showed that TCE could be completely oxidized in 5 min at 20 degrees C with a SPC/TCE/Fe2+ molar ratio of 5:1:10, indicating the significant effectiveness of the SPC/Fe2+ system for TCE removal. The initial solution pH value (from 3 to 11) has less influence on TCE oxidation rate. In contrast, Cl(-) and HCO3(-) anions had a negative effect on TCE removal in which HCO3(-) possesses a stronger influence than Cl(-), whereas the effects of both SO4(2-) and NO3(-) anions appeared to be negligible. With the 1.0-10 mg/L concentrations of humic acid in solution, slightly inhibitive effect was observed, suggesting that dissolved organic matters consumed less SPC and had a negligible effect on the oxidation of TCE in SPC/Fe2+ system. From the intermediate products' analyses and the released Cl(-) contents from TCE parent contaminant in solution, all the decomposed TCE had completely dechlorinated and led to carbon dioxide and hydrocarbon. In conclusion, Fe(II) catalytic SPC oxidation is a highly promising technique for TCE-contaminated groundwater remediation, but some complex constituents such as HCO3(-), in in-situ groundwater matrix should be carefully considered for its practical application.
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Xie W, Yuan S, Mao X, Hu W, Liao P, Tong M, Alshawabkeh AN. Electrocatalytic activity of Pd-loaded Ti/TiO2 nanotubes cathode for TCE reduction in groundwater. WATER RESEARCH 2013; 47:3573-82. [PMID: 23726693 PMCID: PMC6321742 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2013.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2012] [Revised: 03/29/2013] [Accepted: 04/01/2013] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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A novel cathode, Pd loaded Ti/TiO2 nanotubes (Pd-Ti/TiO2NTs), is synthesized for the electrocatalytic reduction of trichloroethylene (TCE) in groundwater. Pd nanoparticles are successfully loaded on TiO2 nanotubes which grow on Ti plate via anodization. Using Pd-Ti/TiO2NTs as the cathode in an undivided electrolytic cell, TCE is efficiently and quantitatively transformed to ethane. Under conditions of 100 mA and pH 7, the removal efficiency of TCE (21 mg/L) is up to 91% within 120 min, following pseudo-first-order kinetics with the rate constant of 0.019 min(-1). Reduction rates increase from 0.007 to 0.019 min(-1) with increasing the current from 20 to 100 mA, slightly decrease in the presence of 10 mM chloride or bicarbonate, and decline with increasing the concentrations of sulfite or sulfide. O2 generated at the anode slightly influences TCE reduction. At low currents, TCE is mainly reduced by direct electron transfer on the Pd-Ti/TiO2NT cathode. However, the contribution of Pd-catalytic hydrodechlorination, an indirect reduction mechanism, becomes significant with increasing the current. Compared with other common cathodes, i.e., Ti-based mixed metal oxides, graphite and Pd/Ti, Pd-Ti/TiO2NTs cathode shows superior performance for TCE reduction.
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- Wenjing Xie
- State Key Lab of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, 388 Lumo Road, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- State Key Lab of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, 388 Lumo Road, Wuhan 430074, PR China
- Corresponding author. Tel.: +86 18971623175., , (S. Yuan)
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- School of resource and Environmental Science, Wuhan University, 129 Luoyu Road, Wuhan 430079, PR China
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- State Key Lab of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, 388 Lumo Road, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- State Key Lab of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, 388 Lumo Road, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- State Key Lab of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, 388 Lumo Road, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northeastern University, 400 Snell Engineering, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, United States
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Liang SH, Kuo YC, Chen SH, Chen CY, Kao CM. Development of a slow polycolloid-releasing substrate (SPRS) biobarrier to remediate TCE-contaminated aquifers. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2013; 254-255:107-115. [PMID: 23611795 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2013.03.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2012] [Revised: 03/04/2013] [Accepted: 03/20/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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In this study, an in situ slow polycolloid-releasing substrate (SPRS) biobarrier system was developed to continuously provide biodegradable substrates for the enhancement of trichloroethylene (TCE) reductive dechlorination. The produced SPRS contained vegetable oil (used as a slow-released substrate), cane molasses [used as an early-stage (fast-degradable) substrate], and surfactants [Simple Green (SG) and soya lecithin (SL)]. An emulsification study was performed to evaluate the globule droplet size and stability of SPRS. The distribution and migration of the SPRS were evaluated in a column experiment, and an anaerobic microcosm study was performed to assess the capability of SPRS to serve as a slow and long-term carbon-releasing substrate for TCE dechlorination. The results show that a stable oil-in-water (W/O, 50/50) emulsion (SPRS) with uniformly small droplets (D₁₀, 0.93 μm) has been produced, continuously supplying primary substrates. The emulsion containing the surfactant mixture (with 72 mg/L SL and 71 mg/L SG) had a small absolute value of the zeta potential, which reduced the inter-particle repulsion, leading the emulsion droplets to adhere to one another after collision. The addition of SPRS creates anaerobic conditions and leads to a more complete and thorough removal of TCE through biodegradation and sorption mechanisms.
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- S H Liang
- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan
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- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan
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- Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Science, Xiamen, China
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- Formosa Plastics Corp., Taiwan, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan.
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Han Q, Dong W, Wang H, Liu T, Sun F, Ying Y, Yan X. Effects of coexisting anions on decolorization of azo dye X-3B by ferrate(VI) and a comparative study between ferrate(VI) and potassium permanganate. Sep Purif Technol 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2013.01.053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Electrokinetic-enhanced nanoscale iron reactive barrier of trichloroethylene solubilized by Triton X-100 from groundwater. Electrochim Acta 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2012.03.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Tobiszewski M, Namieśnik J. Abiotic degradation of chlorinated ethanes and ethenes in water. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2012; 19:1994-2006. [PMID: 22293908 PMCID: PMC3390699 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-012-0764-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2011] [Accepted: 01/16/2012] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Chlorinated ethanes and ethenes are among the most frequently detected organic pollutants of water. Their physicochemical properties are such that they can contaminate aquifers for decades. In favourable conditions, they can undergo degradation. In anaerobic conditions, chlorinated solvents can undergo reductive dechlorination. DEGRADATION PATHWAYS Abiotic dechlorination is usually slower than microbial but abiotic dechlorination is usually complete. In favourable conditions, abiotic reactions bring significant contribution to natural attenuation processes. Abiotic agents that may enhance the reductive dechlorination of chlorinated ethanes and ethenes are zero-valent metals, sulphide minerals or green rusts. OXIDATION At some sites, permanganate and Fenton's reagent can be used as remediation tool for oxidation of chlorinated ethanes and ethenes. SUMMARY Nanoscale iron or bimetallic particles, due to high efficiency in degradation of chlorinated ethanes and ethenes, have gained much interest. They allow for rapid degradation of chlorinated ethanes and ethenes in water phase, but they also give benefit of treating dense non-aqueous phase liquid.
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- Marek Tobiszewski
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Faculty, Gdańsk University of Technology (GUT), ul. G. Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland.
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Liang SH, Liu JK, Lee KH, Kuo YC, Kao CM. Use of specific gene analysis to assess the effectiveness of surfactant-enhanced trichloroethylene cometabolism. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2011; 198:323-330. [PMID: 22071259 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2011.10.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2011] [Revised: 10/09/2011] [Accepted: 10/17/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of in situ bioremediation of trichloroethylene (TCE)-contaminated groundwater using specific gene analyses under the following conditions: (1) pretreatment with biodegradable surfactants [Simple Green™ (SG) and soya lecithin (SL)] to enhance TCE desorption and dissolution, and (2) supplementation with SG, SL, and cane molasses as primary substrates to enhance the aerobic cometabolism of TCE. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR), denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis (DGGE), and nucleotide sequence analysis were applied to monitor the variations in specific activity-dependent enzymes and dominant microorganisms. Results show that TCE-degrading enzymes, including toluene monooxygenase, toluene dioxygenase, and phenol monooxygenase, were identified from sediment samples collected from a TCE-spill site. Results from the microcosm study show that addition of SG, SL, or cane molasses can enhance the aerobic cometabolism of TCE. The TCE degradation rates were highest in microcosms with added SL, the second highest in microcosms containing SG, and lowest in microcosms containing cane molasses. This indicates that SG and SL can serve as TCE dissolution agents and act as primary substrates for indigenous microorganisms. Four dominant microorganisms (Rhodobacter sp., Methyloversatilis sp., Beta proteobacterium sp., and Hydrogenophaga pseudoflava) observed in microcosms might be able to produce TCE-degrading enzymes for TCE cometabolic processes.
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- S H Liang
- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan
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Costa F, Quintelas C, Tavares T. Kinetics of biodegradation of diethylketone by Arthrobacter viscosus. Biodegradation 2011; 23:81-92. [DOI: 10.1007/s10532-011-9488-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2011] [Accepted: 06/02/2011] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Quintelas C, Figueiredo H, Tavares T. The effect of clay treatment on remediation of diethylketone contaminated wastewater: uptake, equilibrium and kinetic studies. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2011; 186:1241-1248. [PMID: 21176863 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2010.11.131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2010] [Revised: 11/17/2010] [Accepted: 11/30/2010] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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The ability of four different clays to adsorb diethylketone was investigated in batch experiments aiming to treat wastewater with low solvent concentrations. The adsorption performance in terms of uptake followed the sequence: vermiculite>sepiolite=kaolinite=bentonite, for all the adsorbent doses tested (from 0.1 to 1.5 g) in 150 mL of ketone solution (800 mg/L). The equilibrium data in the batch systems were described by Sips and Dubinin-Raduskevich isotherms. The best fits for bentonite and kaolinite clays were obtained with the Sips isotherm and for sepiolite and vermiculite the best fits were obtained with the Dubinin-Raduskevich model. Kinetic data were described by pseudo-first and pseudo-second order kinetics models. The best fit was obtained for the pseudo-first order model which assumed that the interaction rate was limited only by one process or mechanism on a single class of sorbing sites and that all sites were time dependent. The presence of functional groups on the clay surface that might have interacted with the solvent was confirmed by FTIR. XRD analysis was also performed. This study showed that the tested clays are very effective for the removal of diethylketone from industrial effluents.
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- Cristina Quintelas
- Institute for Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Centre of Biological Engineering, University of Minho, Campus de Gualtar 4710-057, Braga, Portugal.
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Tsai TT, Kao CM, Hong A. Treatment of tetrachloroethylene-contaminated groundwater by surfactant-enhanced persulfate/BOF slag oxidation--a laboratory feasibility study. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2009; 171:571-576. [PMID: 19586715 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2009.06.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2009] [Revised: 06/06/2009] [Accepted: 06/08/2009] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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The main objective of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of remediating tetrachloroethylene (PCE)-contaminated groundwater (with initial PCE concentration of approximately 20 mg L(-1)) via persulfate oxidation activated by basic oxygen furnace slag (S(2)O(8)(2-)/BOF slag) with the addition of biodegradable surfactant (Tween 80). Results indicate that only 15% of PCE can be removed in experiment with the addition of S(2)O(8)(2-) only (S(2)O(8)(2-)/PCE=30/1). PCE removal can be increased to 31% while both S(2)O(8)(2-) and BOF slag (10 g L(-1)) were added. This indicates that BOF slag was able to activate the persulfate oxidation mechanism, and cause the decrease in PCE concentration via oxidation process. Results also reveal that PCE degradation rates increased to 92% with the presence of Tween 80 (S(2)O(8)(2-)/Tween 80/PCE=30/2/1). In the presence of 10 g L(-1) BOF slag, the reaction rate constant (k(obs)) values were found to be 3.1 x 10(-3), 8.7 x 10(-3), 1.6 x 10(-2), and 5.8 x 10(-2)h(-1), as the S(2)O(8)(2-)/Tween 80/PCE molar ratios were 30/0/1, 30/0.5/1, 30/1/1, and 30/2/1, respectively. The reaction rate constant increased as the Tween 80 concentration increased. The significantly increased k(obs) could be caused by the enhanced solubilization of PCE by Tween 80. The increase in initial surfactant concentration would cause the increase in the solubilization of PCE, and thus, enhance the oxidation rate. This was confirmed by the total amount of chloride ions produced after the reaction. Results from this study indicate that BOF slag-activated persulfate oxidation enhanced by surfactant addition is a potential method to efficiently and effectively remediate chlorinated solvents contaminated groundwater.
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- T T Tsai
- Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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