Optimization of production conditions for activated carbons from Tamarind wood by zinc chloride using response surface methodology

The low-cost activated carbon was prepared from Tamarind wood an agricultural waste material, by chemical activation with zinc chloride. Activated carbon adsorption is an effective means for reducing organic chemicals, chlorine, heavy metals and unpleasant tastes and odours in effluent or colored su...

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Main Authors: Sahu, J.N., Acharya, J., Meikap, B.C.
Format: Article
Published: Elsevier 2010
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Online Access:http://eprints.um.edu.my/15115/
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