Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10505445 Journal of Environmental Management 2011 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Chitosans have potential application for remediation of contaminated soil and water. ► Their amino groups (-NH2) and hydroxyl groups (-OH) can bind metal ions. ► Chitosan sorption capacity (mmol/g): Ag 1.93; Cu 1.61; Zn 0.94; Cd 0.72 and Pb 0.64.
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