Abstract
This paper is concerned with the preparation and use of HDTMA-modified clinoptilolite (Ct.) to remove phenol and investigate the effect of cation ions on the phenol sorption performance. It was found that HDTMA-modified Ct. removed phenol more efficiently than natural Ct. This can be attributed to the enhanced hydrophobic surface properties of HDTMA-modified Ct. In the presence of Ca2+ and Mg2+ ions, the phenol sorption by HDTMA-modified Ct. was further improved. The formation of neutral ion pair of metal–phenol and increasing hydrophobic interactions were contributed to such phenomena.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 658-662 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Separation and Purification Technology |
Volume | 80 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Aug 2011 |
Keywords
- hexadecyl-trimethyl-ammonium bromide (HDTMA)
- phenol
- metal cations
- water treatment
- modified clinoptilolite
- clinoptilolite