Tinospora cordifolia derived biomass functionalized ZnO particles for effective removal of lead(ii), iron(iii), phosphate and arsenic(iii) from water

Abstract

Owing to the vast diversity in functional groups and cost effectiveness, biomass can be used for various applications.

Heavy Metal Toxicity in Ayurvedic Drug Formulated using Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy) – An Approach to Probe the Veracity Behind the Blanket Assertions

“…Several scientific reports are available to substantiate that T. cordifolia will absorb the heavy metals from the soil and store them in its parts. Sahu [29] reported that T. cordifolia is a biosorbent used for removing cadmium ions from industrial effluents [30]. Another study conducted by Vyas [30] reported that T. cordifolia effectively removes lead, iron, phosphate, and arsenic from water [31].…”

“…Sahu [29] reported that T. cordifolia is a biosorbent used for removing cadmium ions from industrial effluents [30]. Another study conducted by Vyas [30] reported that T. cordifolia effectively removes lead, iron, phosphate, and arsenic from water [31]. In the case of T. Cordifolia, the heavy metals will be accumulated in the warty tubercles seen on the stems.…”