Highlights:Graphical/Tabular Abstract Removal of Ni(II) ions by using modified process waste in adsorption system, Isoterm equilibrium models and reaction kinetics of adsorption, Dosage, contact time, pH and mixing speed optimization This study investigated removal efficiency of nickel in adsorption system by using the process waste obtained from the exit point of ore processing, modified with ultrasound and acid in laboratory. The experimental study was conducted in an intermittent process by taking into account the criteria of different adsorbent dosages, pH , contact times and mixing speeds. The experimental schema is shown in figure A.
Figure A. Laboratory scale model working process diagramPurpose: The aim of this study is to investigate the importance, success and adsorption performance of an economical treatment process by using the modified process waste (MPA) output waste (with sound and acid) by synthetic wastewater containing Ni (II) ions.
Theory and Methods: Etibor Colemanite and Ulexite Production Plant (Eti Mine Works GeneralDirectorate Bigadiç Boron Works Directorate), which is the material used in the absorption duty of heavy metal removal, was obtained from the area of the land in the field as a result of enrichment. All the chemicals used were studied by taking into consideration the standard methods and methods. All solutions and nickel stock solution were prepared and used with distilled water. Ni(NO3)2.6H2O dissolved stock solution was prepared in 1000 mL deionized water and all experiments were carried out under the same conditions. The volume of synthetic wastewater solution was determined as 100 mL during the determination of different dosage and optimization criteria. The purpose of the modification process was to improve the active surface ratio of process waste which is successful in removing different pollutants and to modify the active surface of HCl acid and ultrasound to prevent the soluble substances which are likely to give color to the water.Results: Chemical properties and SEM images pertaining to modified process waste (MPA) were specified. In nickel removal, it was observed that the obtained results were found more concordant with Langmuir Isotherm models as evidenced by correlation coefficients. Kinetics data were obtained from treatment results, and qmax value obtained for MPA was found as 25.77 mg/g.
Conclusion:In the light of the data obtained from this study, it is thought that the modified adsorbent can be used to remove heavy metals from aqueous solutions. It should be kept in mind that raw wastewater tests should be carried out in order to be used in heavy metal removal from wastewaters.This study investigated removal efficiency of nickel in adsorption system by using the process waste obtained from the exit point of ore processing, modified with ultrasound and acid in laboratory. The experimental study was conducted in an intermittent process by taking into account the criteria of different adsorbent dosages (0,1-5 g/100 mL), pH (2-10), contact times (0-150 minutes) a...