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Application of Carbon Nanoparticles for Water Treatment

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Aqueous dispersions of carbon nanoparticles have been obtained in the range of 1–100 nm, concentration of 150–400 ppm and pH of 2.8– 3.1 using a novel synthesis technique. Due to functional carboxyl groups the ion exchange capacity of carbon colloids obtained is very high — 7.4 mmol/g for a monovalent cation. The synthesized carbon nanoparticles are proved to be effective in removal of metal ions (Zn, Ni, Cu, Sb, Co, Cd, Cr, etc.) from contaminated water samples.

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Khaydarov, R., Khaydarov, R., Gapurova, O. (2009). Application of Carbon Nanoparticles for Water Treatment. In: Václavíková, M., Vitale, K., Gallios, G.P., Ivaničová, L. (eds) Water Treatment Technologies for the Removal of High-Toxicity Pollutants. NATO Science for Peace and Security Series C: Environmental Security. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-481-3497-7_25

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