Potential of activated carbon from various sources as a low-cost adsorbent to remove heavy metals and synthetic dyes

Pollutants in water or wastewater raise grave public health problems. This review provides a concise summary of the potential applications of activated carbon derived from various sources. Here is an overview of the activated carbon properties and materials used to produce activated carbon. It also explores different techniques for creating active carbon for improved performance in specific applications, particularly low-cost adsorbents for heavy metal and synthetic dye removal.

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This article provides a concise overview of the potential applications of activated carbon, including its properties and the materials used to produce it. It also explores various techniques for improving the performance of activated carbon in specific applications, particularly for the removal of heavy metals and synthetic dyes using low-cost adsorbents.