Separations of Water Pollutants with Nanotechnology

Nanotechnology provides new solutions for remediating water pollution utilizing nanomaterials with separation methods. It can effectively replace membrane-based methods and solve existing water treatment problems, such as antimicrobial nanotechnology, zero-valent iron nanoparticles, nanoadsorbents, nano-enhanced membranes, nanometal oxides, and nano photocatalysts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 318 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

The latest volume in the esteemed Separation Science and Technology series, titled "Separations of Water Pollutants with Nanotechnology," presents groundbreaking solutions for remediating water pollution through the utilization of nanomaterials and innovative separation methods. Current water purification techniques fall short in terms of effectiveness, convenience, and cost-efficiency, necessitating the development of new and improved processes and techniques. Nanomaterials possess the remarkable ability to purify water by effectively removing a wide range of pollutants, including heavy metals, pathogens, organic compounds, inorganic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals of emerging concern. By leveraging their unique properties, nanomaterials can serve as a viable alternative to traditional membrane-based methods, particularly when the necessary expertise is cultivated. This comprehensive book aims to assist separation scientists in harnessing the power of nanotechnology to address existing water treatment problems. It explores various nanotechnology-based approaches, such as antimicrobial nanotechnology, zero-valent iron nanoparticles, nanoadsorbents, nano-enhanced membranes, nanometal oxides, and nano photocatalysts. The current literature primarily focuses on materials chemistry rather than the specific separation methods employed for water purification. Hence, this new volume offers a valuable collection of chapters that delve into remediation based on separation chemistry, providing a comprehensive understanding of this emerging field.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 235 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323907637