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Chen M, Xie X, Yang Y, Gao B, Wang J, Xie Z. Role of Al substitution in the reduction of ferrihydrite by Shewanella oneidensis MR-1. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:46657-46668. [PMID: 36725797 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-25326-9] [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: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Substitution of aluminum under natural environmental conditions has been proven to inhibit the transformation of weakly crystalline iron (oxyhydr)-oxides towards well crystalline iron oxides, thereby enhancing their long-term stability. However, exploration on the role of aluminum substitution in bacteria-mediated iron oxides transformation is relatively lacking, especially in the anaerobic underground condition where iron (oxyhydr)-oxides are easy to reduced. In this study, we selected four different levels of substitution aluminum prevalent in iron oxides under natural conditions, which are 0 mol%, 10 mol%, 20 mol%, and 30 mol% (mol Al/mol (Al + Fe)) respectively. With the presence of Shewanella oneidensis MR-1, we conducted a 15-day anaerobic microcosm experiment in simulated groundwater conditions. The experiment data suggested that aluminum substitution result in a decrease in bio-reduction rate constants of ferrihydrite from 0.24 in 0 mol% Al to 0.17 in 30 mol% Al. Besides, when containing substituted aluminum, secondary minerals produced by biological reduction of ferrihydrite changed from magnetite to akaganeite. These results were attributed to the surface coverage of Al during the reduction process, which affects the contact between S. oneidensis MR-1 and the unexposed Fe(III), thus inhibiting the further reduction of ferrihydrite. Since iron (oxyhydr)-oxides exhibit a strong affinity on multiple kinds of pollutants, results in this study may contribute to predicting the migration and preservation of contaminants in groundwater systems.
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- Mengna Chen
- Hubei Key Laboratory of Yangtze Catchment Environmental Aquatic Science, School of Environmental Studies, China University of Geosciences, 430074, Wuhan, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shihezi University, Xinjiang, 832003, Shihezi, People's Republic of China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Yangtze Catchment Environmental Aquatic Science, School of Environmental Studies, China University of Geosciences, 430074, Wuhan, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Freshwater Ecology and Biotechnology, Institute of Hydrobiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan, 430072, People's Republic of China
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- Changjiang River Scientific Research Institute, Wuhan, 430014, People's Republic of China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Yangtze Catchment Environmental Aquatic Science, School of Environmental Studies, China University of Geosciences, 430074, Wuhan, People's Republic of China.
- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, People's Republic of China.
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Evidence for in-situ electric-induced uranium incorporation into magnetite crystal in acidic wastewater. Sep Purif Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2022.120957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Zhang H, Zhao Y, Hou D, Hao H. Cementitious binders modified with halloysite nanotubes for enhanced lead immobilization. POWDER TECHNOL 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.powtec.2021.09.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Zhao Y, Wu P, Qiu J, Guo Z, Tian Y, Sun X, Gu X. Recycling hazardous steel slag after thermal treatment to produce a binder for cemented paste backfill. POWDER TECHNOL 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.powtec.2021.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Zhao Y, Qiu J, Zhang S, Guo Z, Wu P, Sun X, Gu X. Low carbon binder modified by calcined quarry dust for cemented paste backfill and the associated environmental assessments. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2021; 300:113760. [PMID: 34534757 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2021.113760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2021] [Revised: 08/29/2021] [Accepted: 09/12/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Cemented paste backfill (CPB) favors the sustainable development of mine industry. However, as the primary cementitious binders in CPB, the high cost of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) discourages CPB utilization. In the present work, low-carbon and low-cost binders activated by Na2CO3 supplemented by calcined quarry dust were used in CPB. The binder was prepared using a 'one-part' method. It was found that binders prepared using 8% Na2CO3 and 5% CQD show the best performance. The superior properties of the binders were attributed to the promoted binder hydration and special phase assembles of the hydration products. Cost and carbon emission analysis showed that Na2CO3 activated binder was cheaper and greener. The cost and CO2 emission of binder B8Q5 were lower than OPC by around 34.16% and 87.76%, respectively. Besides, leaching tests showed that all the toxic metals were stabilized, which posed no environmental risk.
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- Yingliang Zhao
- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China.
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- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China; Science and Technology Innovation Center of Smart Water and Resource Environment, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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Liu Y, Li C, Lou Z, Zhou C, Yang K, Xu X. Antimony removal from textile wastewater by combining PFS&PAC coagulation: Enhanced Sb(V) removal with presence of dispersive dye. Sep Purif Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2021.119037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Toward Sustainable Cementitious Radioactive Waste Forms: Immobilization of Problematic Operational Wastes. SUSTAINABILITY 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/su132111992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Developing effective radioactive waste management practices is essential for ensuring the sustainability of the nuclear industry. The immobilization of radioactive wastes is one of the main activities conducted during the management of these wastes; it aims to produce a durable waste form that has sustainable performance over long periods of time. In this work, the challenges that face the design of durable cementitious waste forms are addressed for problematic operational wastes. In this respect, the problematic characteristics of evaporator concentrates, spent ion exchangers, and organic liquid wastes are overviewed, and the factors that affect the durability of their cementitious waste forms are identified. A summary of potential conventional and innovative cementitious matrices is presented by reviewing the cementation practices in national programs and recent research devoted to developing durable matrices. Finally, a guide to optimize the mix design of these waste forms was proposed that includes the selection of the testing procedure, factors that affect the waste form performance, and the optimization technique. This guide was presented with special focus on leaching tests, which are a means to test the stabilization performance of nuclear waste forms.
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Li J, Xu D, Wang X, Liu K, Mao Y, Wang M, Bai Y, Wang W. Encapsulation of cesium with a solid waste-derived sulfoaluminate matrix: A circular economy approach of treating nuclear wastes with solid wastes. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2021; 416:126156. [PMID: 34492936 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.126156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Revised: 05/03/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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It is of great importance to safely dispose nuclear wastes with the development of nuclear industries. Past approaches to this problem have included immobilizing radioactive cesium in Portland cement-based matrices; however, the leaching rates of cesium are relatively high, especially as the leaching temperature increases. This paper explores a high-efficiency and cost-effective approach for encapsulating cesium using a sulfoaluminate cement (SAC) matrix, which was prepared via synergetic use of industrial solid wastes. Leaching results showed that, the apparent diffusion coefficient values of cesium were only ~1.4 × 10-15 cm2/s and ~5 × 10-18 cm2/s at 25 ℃ and 90 ℃ leaching conditions, respectively. These values were several orders of magnitude lower when compared with previously reported values, indicating the excellent encapsulation performance of the solid-waste-based SAC for cesium. Moreover, the heavy metals contained in the industrial solid waste were also effectively immobilized. A mechanistic analysis revealed that cesium was encapsulated in the SAC matrices stably by a physical effect. Finally, a life cycle assessment and economic analysis indicated that this approach was environmental-friendly, cost-effective, and energy-saving. This work provides a promising strategy for effective encapsulation of cesium and synergetic treatment of industrial solid wastes.
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- Jingwei Li
- Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Solid Waste Green Materials, National Engineering Laboratory for Reducing Emissions from Coal Combustion, Engineering Research Center of Environmental Thermal Technology of Ministry of Education, Shandong Key Laboratory of Energy Carbon Reduction and Resource Utilization, School of Energy and Power Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan 250014, China
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- Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Solid Waste Green Materials, National Engineering Laboratory for Reducing Emissions from Coal Combustion, Engineering Research Center of Environmental Thermal Technology of Ministry of Education, Shandong Key Laboratory of Energy Carbon Reduction and Resource Utilization, School of Energy and Power Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan 250014, China
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- Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Solid Waste Green Materials, National Engineering Laboratory for Reducing Emissions from Coal Combustion, Engineering Research Center of Environmental Thermal Technology of Ministry of Education, Shandong Key Laboratory of Energy Carbon Reduction and Resource Utilization, School of Energy and Power Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan 250014, China
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- State Key Joint Laboratory of Environment Simulation and Pollution Control, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Solid Waste Green Materials, National Engineering Laboratory for Reducing Emissions from Coal Combustion, Engineering Research Center of Environmental Thermal Technology of Ministry of Education, Shandong Key Laboratory of Energy Carbon Reduction and Resource Utilization, School of Energy and Power Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan 250014, China
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- State Key Joint Laboratory of Environment Simulation and Pollution Control, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, University College London, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT, UK
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- Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Solid Waste Green Materials, National Engineering Laboratory for Reducing Emissions from Coal Combustion, Engineering Research Center of Environmental Thermal Technology of Ministry of Education, Shandong Key Laboratory of Energy Carbon Reduction and Resource Utilization, School of Energy and Power Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan 250014, China.
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Fabrication of ferrihydrite-loaded magnetic sugar cane bagasse charcoal adsorbent for the adsorptive removal of selenite from aqueous solution. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2020.126131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Phillip E, Khoo KS, Yusof MAW, Abdel Rahman RO. Assessment of POFA -Cementitious material as backfill barrier in DSRS borehole disposal: 226Ra confinement. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2021; 280:111703. [PMID: 33288318 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2020.111703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2020] [Revised: 11/05/2020] [Accepted: 11/20/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Disused Sealed Radioactive Sources (DSRS) borehole disposal is an innovative concept recommended by international atomic energy agency (IAEA) to improve the safety and security of the management end point for these sources. A green application of Palm Oil Fuel Ash (POFA) as a supplementary material for cementitious backfill barrier in DSRS borehole disposal facility is proposed. Samples with up to 50% POFA replacement complied with the mechanical and hydraulic performance requirements for backfill barriers in retrievable radioactive waste disposal facilities. The structures of one year old OPC and optimum OPC-POFA cement backfills were evaluated using FESEM, XRD, EDXRF, BET, and TGA and their 226 Ra confinement performances were assessed. 30% POFA replacement improved the geochemical conditions by reducing competitive Ca2+ release into the disposal environment. It enhanced 226Ra confinement performance independently on the amount of water intrusion or releases below 2% of 1 Ci source. The improved performance is attributed to the higher fraction of active sites of OPC-POFA backfill compared to that of OPC backfill. 226Ra sorption onto C-S-H is irreversible, spontaneous, endothermic, and independent on the degree of the surface filling. The provided experimental data and theoretical analysis proved the feasibility of this green use of POFA in reducing the radiological hazard of 226Ra.
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- E Phillip
- Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, The National University of Malaysia (UKM), Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia; Nuclear Malaysia, Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, The National University of Malaysia (UKM), Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Hot Laboratory Center, Atomic Energy Authority of Egypt, 13759, Cairo, Egypt.
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Huang T, Cao ZX, Jin JX, Zhou L, Zhang SW, Liu LF. Hydroxyapatite nanoparticle functionalized activated carbon particle electrode that removes strontium from spiked soils in a unipolar three-dimensional electrokinetic system. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2021; 280:111697. [PMID: 33246753 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2020.111697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Revised: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Biohazard performance of Sr radionuclide can be significantly magnified by its release from the contaminated sedimentation. In this study, hydroxyapatite nanoparticle-functionalized activated carbon electrode (AC-HAP) was synthesized and stacked to the cathode compartment of the electrokinetic (EK) system to develop a unipolar three-dimensional (3D) electrochemical process for Sr2+ removal from spiked soils. Sr2+ adsorption by AC-HAP can be fitted by the pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order kinetic models and the Langmuir, Freundlich, and Temkin isotherm models. The largest monolayer adsorption capacity of AC-HAP of 69.49 mg g-1 was evaluated in the pH range of 10-12 and at 40 °C. 3D EK further intensified the adsorption process of AC-HAP and the corresponding Sr2+ removal from aqueous environments. Voltage gradients and proposing time had a significant effect on the migration and transmission of Sr2+ in the electrolyzer. The influence of competitive ions on Sr2+ removal in the stock solutions followed Al3+ < Mg2+ < K+ < Na+ < Ca2+ while followed Al3+ < Na+ < K+ < Mg2+ < Ca2+ in 3D EK. The first three cycles for AC-HAP had taken roughly 50% of the reusability percentage. Sr2+ removal from spiked samples in 3D EK was achieved by acid dissolution, electromigration, and selective uptake on particle electrode.
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- Tao Huang
- School of Materials Engineering, Changshu Institute of Technology, 215500, China; Suzhou Key Laboratory of Functional Ceramic Materials, Changshu Institute of Technology, Changshu, 215500, China; School of Chemical Engineering & Technology, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221116, China.
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- School of Materials Engineering, Changshu Institute of Technology, 215500, China
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- School of Materials Engineering, Changshu Institute of Technology, 215500, China.
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- School of Materials Engineering, Changshu Institute of Technology, 215500, China
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- Nuclear Resources Engineering College, University of South China, 421001, China
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- School of Materials Engineering, Changshu Institute of Technology, 215500, China
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Amini A, Khajeh M, Oveisi AR, Daliran S, Ghaffari-Moghaddam M, Delarami HS. A porous multifunctional and magnetic layered graphene oxide/3D mesoporous MOF nanocomposite for rapid adsorption of uranium(VI) from aqueous solutions. J IND ENG CHEM 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2020.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Zhang X, Liu Y. Ultrafast removal of radioactive strontium ions from contaminated water by nanostructured layered sodium vanadosilicate with high adsorption capacity and selectivity. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2020; 398:122907. [PMID: 32768821 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2020.122907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2020] [Revised: 04/26/2020] [Accepted: 04/26/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Layered sodium vanadosilicates was synthesized for removing soluble strontium ion (Sr2+) from simulated radioactive wastewater. SEM, EDS and TEM images indicated that layered sodium vanadosilicates had a nanostructure with flake-like shape providing an extremely large surface area. XRD, FTIR and XPS analyses further revealed a framework structure of adsorbent consisting of corner-sharing SiO4 tetrahedra and VO6 octahedra, with sodium ion being the major cation in the synthesized nanostructured layered sodium vanadosilicate. This study for the first time showed ultrafast adsorption of Sr2+ by nanostructured layered sodium vanadosilicates in a time frame of seconds with a high adsorption capacity of 174.3 mg/g estimated from Langmuir isotherm. It was found that about 99.0% of Sr2+ at an initial concentration of 5.00 mg/L and adsorbent dosage of 0.5 g/L could be removed within several seconds. The kinetic analysis further revealed that pseudo-second-order instead of pseudo-first-order kinetics could satisfactorily describe the observed ultrafast removal of Sr2+. In particular, the nanostructure layered sodium vanadosilicates exhibited an excellent affinity to Sr2+ over a wide pH range of 3-11. It was also demonstrated that the working mechanisms of nanostructured layered sodium vanadosilicates for Sr2+ removal mainly included surface electrostatic interaction and ion-exchange with sodium ion. Furthermore, nanostructure layered sodium vanadosilicates had significant advantages for Sr2+ removal compared with other adsorbents. Consequently, it is reasonable to expect that nanostructured layered sodium vanadosilicates synthesized in this study could be considered as a promising adsorbent for ultrafast and high-efficiency removal of radioactive Sr2+ from radioactive wastewaters.
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- Xiaoyuan Zhang
- Advanced Environmental Biotechnology Centre, Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute, Nanyang Technological University, 1 Cleantech Loop, 637141, Singapore
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- Advanced Environmental Biotechnology Centre, Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute, Nanyang Technological University, 1 Cleantech Loop, 637141, Singapore; School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, 639798, Singapore.
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Magnetic nanoparticles for the recovery of uranium from sea water: Challenges involved from research to development. J IND ENG CHEM 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2020.07.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Zhou RY, Yu JX, Li HX, Chi RA. Removal of phosphate from aqueous solution by ferrihydrite/bagasse composite prepared through in situ precipitation method. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2020.125144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Review on Selection and Experiment Method of Commonly Studied Simulated Radionuclides in Researches of Nuclear Waste Solidification. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF NUCLEAR INSTALLATIONS 2020. [DOI: 10.1155/2020/3287320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Although many types of simulated radionuclides have been widely used as a substitute for actual nuclear waste in the studies of nuclear waste solidification, the understanding of the applicability and validity of simulated radionuclides is still insufficient. In particular, the selection and use of simulated radionuclides, which can play a decisive role in the accuracy of the experimental results, still lack unified or integrated references. This paper provides a critical review on the selection, experimental methods, and applicability of the most commonly studied simulated radionuclides, followed by a careful discussion and recommendation of simulated radionuclides suitable for different solidified bodies. The main factors (e.g., temperature, pH, and atmosphere) affecting the choice of simulated radionuclides were analyzed in detail. This work helps to integrate the selection and use of simulated radionuclides, and it will be beneficial for improving the effectiveness of nuclide solidification research.
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Goyal N, Gao P, Wang Z, Cheng S, Ok YS, Li G, Liu L. Nanostructured chitosan/molecular sieve-4A an emergent material for the synergistic adsorption of radioactive major pollutants cesium and strontium. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2020; 392:122494. [PMID: 32193120 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2020.122494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2019] [Revised: 03/06/2020] [Accepted: 03/07/2020] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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A fresh adsorbent nanostructured chitosan/molecular sieve 4A hybrid (NSC@MS-4A) was fabricated for the rapid adsorption of strontium (Sr2+) and cesium (Cs+) ions from aqueous solutions. The as-obtained NSC@MS-4A were thoroughly characterized by XRD, FE-SEM, EDS, BET, XPS and FT-IR. The physio-chemical properties and structural aspects revealed that NSC@MS-4A acquires fine surface area (72 m2/g), porous structure as well as compatible functional groups (-P-O-P and -C-O-C) for the admission of Cs+ and Sr2+ ions. The batch adsorption studies concluded that prepared adsorbent displayed a maximum adsorption of 92-94 % within 40 min. Fast adsorption of Cs+ and Sr2+ was achieved at neutral pH (6-7), ambient temperature (25-30 °C) and slow agitation speed (50-60 rpm) which could propose vast benefits such as little power utilization and uncomplicated operation. Among six types of adsorption isotherms, Freundlich isotherm showed the best fit with R2>0.997. Pseudo-second order made a better agreement as compare to other kinetic models. The thermodynamic coefficients suggested the passage of Cs+ and Sr2+ ions through the liquid solid boundary is exothermic and spontaneous. The NSC@MS-4A displayed excellent regenerability properties over five repetitive adsorption/desorption cycles, which specified that as-obtained NSC@MS-4A is a sustainable as well as efficient adsorbent for practical decontamination of radioactive liquid waste.
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- Nitin Goyal
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Eco-Industry, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Eco-Industry, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Eco-Industry, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Eco-Industry, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China
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- Korea Biochar Research Center, O-Jeong Eco-Resilience Institute (OJERI) & Division of Environmental Science and Ecological Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea; Sustainable Minerals Institute, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Eco-Industry, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China; Department of Chemical Engineering, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria 3010, Australia.
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Eco-Industry, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China.
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Li Z, Shakiba S, Deng N, Chen J, Louie SM, Hu Y. Natural Organic Matter (NOM) Imparts Molecular-Weight-Dependent Steric Stabilization or Electrostatic Destabilization to Ferrihydrite Nanoparticles. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2020; 54:6761-6770. [PMID: 32250111 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.0c01189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Ferrihydrite nanoparticles (Fh NPs) are ubiquitous in natural environments. However, their colloidal stability, and fate and transport behavior are difficult to predict in the presence of heterogeneous natural organic matter (NOM) mixtures. Here, we investigated the adsorption and aggregation behavior of Fh NPs exposed to NOM fractions with different molecular weights (MW). The NOM fraction with MW < 3 kDa destabilized the NPs, resulting in accelerated aggregation even at high C/Fe mass ratios, whereas higher MW NOM fractions imparted better colloidal stability with increasing MW and C/Fe ratio. Despite differences in the functional group composition of the bulk (dissolved) NOM fractions, all NOM fractions produced similar adsorbed layer compositions on the NPs, suggesting minimal contribution of chemical properties to the distinctive aggregation behavior. Rather, the higher adsorbed mass and larger size of the higher MW fractions were key factors in stabilizing the NPs through steric repulsion, whereas the lowest MW fraction had low adsorbed mass and was unable to counter electrostatic patch-charge attraction when the NPs are positively charged. This mechanistic understanding helps us predict the transport and fate of Fh NPs and the associated contaminants in natural environments with varying NOM compositions.
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- Zhixiong Li
- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology & Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, Beijing 100083, PR China
- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77004, United States
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- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77004, United States
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- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77004, United States
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- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology & Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, Beijing 100083, PR China
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- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77004, United States
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- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77004, United States
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