Carbon-based Adsorbents for Defluoridation of Drinking Water: Development and Studies

Carbon-based adsorbents have been found to be an effective solution for the removal of fluoride ions from drinking water. Amit's research focuses on the development and studies of such adsorbents to improve their efficiency and effectiveness in the defluoridation process. The study involves the synthesis of activated carbon using different precursors and methods to optimize the adsorption capacity for fluoride. The characterization of the synthesized adsorbents is done through various analytical techniques like FTIR, SEM, and XRD. The adsorption properties of the adsorbents are studied by batch adsorption experiments, and the results are analyzed using mathematical models. The research also includes studies on the effects of different parameters like pH, temperature, and contact time on the adsorption process. The developed adsorbents are tested for their efficiency in defluoridating drinking water, and the results are compared with other existing methods. Overall, the study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of carbon-based adsorbents for defluoridation of drinking water and provide an efficient and cost-effective solution for the removal of fluoride ions from contaminated water sources.