In this work, an equilibrium adsorption isotherm for the removal of a basic dye, Methylene Blue (MB), from
aqueous solution on a natural Moroccan clay mineral has been investigated. Equilibrium data are mathematically
modeled using the Freundlich and Langmuir adsorption models. The adsorption kinetics of MB has also been
studied in terms of pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order. A maximum adsorption capacity of 135 mg·g-1
at equilibrium is achieved, indicating that the material could be used as a low-cost alternative in wastewater
treatment for the removal of color and dyes.