Synthesis of bamboo-derived biochar for the removal of ciprofloxacin from aqueous solutions

Author
Safarau, Dalveen M.
Title
Synthesis of bamboo-derived biochar for the removal of ciprofloxacin from aqueous solutions
Abstract
The rapid proliferation of pharmaceutical contaminants, particularly antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, in water sources has become a significant environmental and public health concern. Conventional wastewater treatment methods are often inadequate for the removal of these emerging pollutants. This study investigates the synthesis and characterization of bamboo-derived biochar and its potential for the effective adsorption and removal of ciprofloxacin from aqueous solutions. Bamboo, a highly renewable and abundant biomass, was subjected to pyrolysis under varying conditions to produce biochar and activated biochar. The materials were characterized using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to elucidate their physicochemical properties. Adsorption experiments were conducted to evaluate the effects of parameters such as adsorbent dose, solution pH, contact time, and temperature on the removal efficiency. The results demonstrated that bamboo derived biochar exhibits significant adsorption capacity for ciprofloxacin, with optimized conditions enhancing removal efficiency. This research highlights the potential of bamboo-derived biochar as a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent for antibiotic removal, providing an eco friendly solution to mitigate pharmaceutical pollution in water resources.
Date
June 2024
Publisher
BUSE
Keywords
bamboo-derived biochar,
ciprofloxacin,
Supervisor
Mr. G. Katengeza,
Item sets
Department of Science and Mathematical Foundations
Media
DALVEEN MUTIRA SAFARAU

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