The book helps readers to understand the fundamentals of water purification processes. Chapters in the book cover industrial purification techniques, while also exploring the future scope and current challenges in this field.
Key Features
- seven chapters arranged and structured in a clear, coherent manner for understanding the broad topics.
- Covers basic water purification techniques for safe drinking water
- Covers defluoridation techniques
- Explains the parameters affecting photocatalytic degradation of substituted benzoic acids.
- Includes a case study for seasonal variations in pond water
- Covers the role of nanotechnology in wastewater treatment
- Covers the impact of water mismanagement on the environment with suggestions for preventive measures for sustainable water utilization
Table of Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- List of Contributors
- R. M. Belekar and S.J. Dhoble
- Introduction
- Traditional Water Purification Methods
- Filtration
- Boiling
- Chlorination
- Sedimentation
- Coagulation and Flocculation
- Biological Treatment
- Fenton Oxidation Process
- Advanced Oxidation Process (Aop)
- Membrane Process
- Reverse Osmosis (Ro)
- Ultrafiltration and Microfiltration
- Nanofiltration
- Electrodialysis
- Ion Exchange Process
- Electrochemical Methods
- Ultraviolet Irradiation Technology
- Adsorption
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Alumina Modified With Different Materials: a Critical Review
- R. M. Belekar and S.J. Dhoble
- Introduction
- Adsorption Techniques and Theory of Isotherm Models
- Activated Alumina
- Modified Activated Alumina
- Calcium and Magnesium Impregnated Activated Alumina
- Alum Impregnated Activated Alumina
- Copper Oxide Incorporated Activated Alumina
- Manganese Oxide Coated Alumina
- Iron Oxide Impregnated Activated Alumina
- Alumina Cement Granules
- Alumina Supported on Carbon Nanotube
- Chitosan Coated Activated Alumina
- Lanthanum Impregnated Activated Alumina
- Hydroxyapatite-Modified Activated Alumina
- Metallurgical Grade Alumina
- Aluminum Hydroxide Supported on Zeolites
- Acid Treated Activated Alumina
- Al 2 O 3 /Z Ro 2 .. .
- Discussion
- Conclusions and Future Scope
- Disclosure
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgement
- References
- Structural Reactivity
- Pratibha S. Agrawal, M. K. N. Yenkie, M.G. Bhotmange, B.D. Deshpande and S.J
- Dhoble
- Introduction
- Experimental
- Materials
- Methodology
- Results and Discussions
- Optimization of Initial Ph
- Optimization of Initial H 2O 2 /C Od Ratio
- Optimization Studies of Tio 2 Photo Catalyst
- Optimization Studies of Fe (Iii): Ligand Ratio
- Effect of Molecular Structure on Reactivity
- Comparison of Different Aop
- Effect of Substituent and the Reactivity
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Quality of Dulhara and Ved Ponds in Ratanpur, Chhattisgarh, India
- Renu Nayar, G.D. Sharma, Ritesh Kohale and S.J. Dhoble
- Introduction
- Objectives of the Present Work
- Description of Study Sites
- Method and Material for Experimental Analysis
- Methodology
- Sampling Sites
- Collection of Water Samples in Different Directions
- Results and Discussion
- Appearance of Dulahraand Ved Pond
- Transparency
- Temperature
- Ph
- Total Dissolved Solids (Tds) and Total Suspended Solids(Tss)
- Electrical Conductivity
- Dissolved Oxygen and Biological Oxygen Demand
- Calcium and Magnesium
- Nitrates and Phosphates
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Bhavna D. Deshpande, Pratibha S. Agrawal, M.K.N. Yenkie and S.J. Dhoble
- Introduction
- Methods and Materials
- Results and Discussion
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Bhavna D. Deshpande, Pratibha S. Agrawal, M.K.N. Yenkie and S.J. Dhoble
- Introduction
- General Application of Micro and Nanoparticles
- Material Used for Nano Particles Synthesis
- Natural Materials
- Synthetic Polymers
- Some Process of Synthesis of Nanoparticles for Water
- Purification
- Physical Methods
- Chemical Synthesis Technique:
- Characterization Ofnano Particles
- General Cons of Nanotechnology [305]
- Challenges: Effect of Nano-Materials on Human Beings And
- Ecosystem Used for Water Purification
- Ideologies for Eco-Friendly Use of Nanotechnology
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Issues
- Bhavna D. Deshpande, Pratibha S. Agrawal, M.K.N. Yenkie and S.J. Dhoble
- Introduction
- Human Desire and Earths Limit
- Effects of Climate and Environmental Change on Water
- Availability
- Environmental Impact and Health Issue
- Preventive Measures
- Water Conservation and Management: Traditional Methods
- Water Conservation and Management: Contemporary Practices
- Bioethical, Social, and Legal Considerations: Prevention And
- Regulation Laws
- Environmental Awareness, Education, and Information
- Framework for Legal Action
- Process Related Reforms
- Substantive Reforms
- Research Needs and Directions: Emerging Issues
- Integrated Water Conservation Technique: a Framework For
- Effective Management
- Conclusion
- Consent for Publication
- Conflict of Interest
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Subject Index
Contributors
- R. M. Belekar
- Renu Nayar
- Pratibha Agrawal