Browsing Research Articles by Subject "Peanut Shell"

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Modeling and optimization of independent factors influencing lead(II) biosorption from aqueous systems: A statistical approach

Bayuo, Jonas; Rwiza, Mwemezi; Abukari, Moses; Pelig-Ba, Kenneth; Mtei, Kelvin (Elsevier, 2022-07)

Lead, [Pb(II)] is a major hazardous contaminant that exists in the soil, surface, and groundwater as a result of human activities. It is carcinogenic in nature and causes damage to the liver, kidney, and bones as well as ...
Preparation of activated carbon with disered properties through optimization of impregnating agent

Mutegoa, Eric; Onoka, Isaac; Hilonga, Askwar (Rjeas, 2014)

In this study, activated carbon with desired properties was prepared from peanut shell and sugarcane bagasse using chemical activation method in which potassium hydroxide (KOH) was used as a impregnating agent. The ...