Synthesis and characterization of activated carbon made from finger millet (eleusine coracana).

Author
KANOBVURUNGA ,C.
Title
Synthesis and characterization of activated carbon made from finger millet (eleusine coracana).
Abstract
This research explores the synthesis and characterization of activated carbon (AC) derived
from finger millet waste, aiming to develop a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent material
with diverse applications. The study involves a comprehensive process of carbonization and
activation, followed by detailed characterization using techniques such as FTIR and UV-Vis
spectroscopy. The carbonization process thermally decomposes the finger millet waste in the absence of oxygen, producing a char with a rudimentary porous structure. Subsequent activation, either physical or chemical, enhances the porous structure and surface area of the char, optimizing its adsorptive properties.
The resulting AC exhibits high surface area and tailored surface chemistry, making it suitable
for various applications, including water treatment, air purification, energy storage, catalysis, and pharmaceutical uses. The research highlights the potential of finger millet waste as a valuable precursor for AC production, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil-fuel-based materials. The findings underscore the importance of optimizing synthesis conditions to achieve desired AC properties, paving the way for future advancements in sustainable waste management and material science.
Date
2024
Publisher
BUSE
Keywords
finger millet
Activated carbon
Supervisor
MR. G KATENGEZA
Item sets
Department of Science and Mathematical Foundations
Media
CHRISTINA KANOBVURUNGA

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