One-Step Synthesis of Polythiophene as a Potential Adsorbent for Removal of As (III) and As (V) from Aqueous Solution

Chetia, Rupkamal; Devi, S.; Bordoloi, Shreemoyee; Pokhrel, B.; Shukla, Nishant; Gogoi, Ankur; Konwer, Surajit

doi:10.1007/s11270-023-06372-y

Water Air Soil Pollut

2023

DOI: 10.1007/s11270-023-06372-y

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One-Step Synthesis of Polythiophene as a Potential Adsorbent for Removal of As (III) and As (V) from Aqueous Solution

Rupkamal Chetia

S. Devi

Shreemoyee Bordoloi³

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Recent advancements in polythiophene-based adsorbents for heavy metal ion removal: Modification, kinetics and mechanistic insights

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Recent advancements in polythiophene-based adsorbents for heavy metal ion removal: Modification, kinetics and mechanistic insights

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Simultaneous Removal of As(iii) and As(v) from Aqueous Solution by Using Iron-Functionalized Polythiophene: A Novel Approach toward Water Treatment

Chetia,

Devi,

Shukla

et al. 2024

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Arsenic contamination in groundwater poses a significant threat to human health, affecting millions worldwide. This study presents a novel approach for simultaneous remediation of both As(III) and As(V) by using iron-functionalized polythiophene (PTh@Fe) composites. The PTh@Fe composite was synthesized by a reduction process involving FeCl 2 /FeCl 3 byproducts of polymerization, resulting in a highly efficient adsorbent for both As(III) and As(V) species. The investigation systematically examined key parameters influencing arsenic removal, including adsorbent dosage, pH, initial arsenic concentration, and contact time. The composite exhibited exceptional adsorption capacities, with maximum removal percentages of 98.7% for As(III) and 98.8% for As(V) under the optimized conditions. Thermodynamic and kinetic analyses suggested endothermic and spontaneous adsorption processes following a pseudo 2nd-order mechanism. Furthermore, the Langmuir isotherm model provided an excellent fit to the experimental data, with maximum adsorption capacities of 8.62 mg/g for As(V) and 7.57 mg/g for As(III). Density functional theory (DFT) calculations confirmed the feasibility of arsenic adsorption onto iron species in various oxidation states, offering valuable theoretical insights into the process. Furthermore, the composite demonstrated good reusability over multiple adsorption−desorption cycles and tolerance to coexisting anions, highlighting its practical applicability for water purification. This research demonstrates the potential of iron-functionalized polythiophene composites as a promising solution for addressing arsenic contamination in water sources, bridging the gap between innovative materials and theoretical understanding in environmental science and water treatment technologies.

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One-Step Synthesis of Polythiophene as a Potential Adsorbent for Removal of As (III) and As (V) from Aqueous Solution

Cited by 2 publications

References 43 publications

Recent advancements in polythiophene-based adsorbents for heavy metal ion removal: Modification, kinetics and mechanistic insights

Recent advancements in polythiophene-based adsorbents for heavy metal ion removal: Modification, kinetics and mechanistic insights

Simultaneous Removal of As(iii) and As(v) from Aqueous Solution by Using Iron-Functionalized Polythiophene: A Novel Approach toward Water Treatment

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