Green synthesis of zirconium MOF-808 for simultaneous phosphate recovery and organophosphorus pesticide detoxification in wastewater

Agricultural wastewater posseses serious threats to the environment and human health. In this work, we report a green microwave assisted synthesis of MOF-808 with tuned particle size. These materials have been proved to simultaneously degrade a toxic pesticide and capture phosphate from water over several cycles. The adsorbed phosphate can be further recovered, favoring a P-circular economy.

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In this study, a green microwave assisted synthesis method was used to successfully produce MOF-808 with tuned particle size. These materials have demonstrated the ability to simultaneously degrade toxic pesticides and capture phosphate from water. The adsorbed phosphate can be further recovered, promoting a circular economy for phosphorus.