The diatomite earth (DE) was washed with 1 M HCl for 8 h under agitation (150 rpm). After the acid-washed, the DE was rinsed with water before using it as nZVI support. T wo types of nZVI-DE were ...

Diatomite is abundant in many areas of the world and has unique physical characteristics, such as high permeability (0.1-10 mD) and porosity (35-65%) ( Murer and Mobil, 2000 ), small particle size, low thermal conductivity and density ( Hassan et al ., …

The XPS experiments implied that the diatomite-supported Fe NPs helped to reduce the highly toxic and mobile UO 2 2+ to less toxic and mobile UO 2. 85 Complementary characterization with EXAFS illustrated that diatomite could act as a scavenger for insoluble products like UO 2, therefore enabling more reactive sites to be used for U(VI ...

Abstract:diatomite of SIG also called Kieselguhr, is a white substance of fossil organic origin formed by microscopic skeletons of diatoms which are unicellular algae found in aqueous systems, it has very specific properties such as a porosity greater than 72% and a high adsorption capacity, its main component is amorphous silica, This mineral material is not pure in its …

Characterization of diatomite and its application for the retention of radiocobalt: role of environmental parameters. by Guodong Sheng, Huaping Dong, Yimin Li. Journal of environmental radioactivity. Read more related scholarly scientific articles and abstracts.

In this work, diatomite was characterized by using acid-base titration. Retention of radionuclide (60)Co(II) from aqueous solution by sorption onto diatomite was investigated by using batch techniq … Characterization of diatomite and its application for the retention of radiocobalt: role of environmental parameters J Environ Radioact. ...

Characterization of diatomite samples The oxide composition of diatomite was determined by X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (Shimadzu EDX-720). Loss on ignition was obtained in accordance with Brazilian standard [ 26 ] and particle size distribution by laser diffraction (Mastersizer 2000, Malvern Instruments), with sample dispersion in aqueous ...

Abstract： Based on the brief analysis of diatomite resources in China and its character,its utilization in different fields and its purification and modification were expounded respectively.The main problems and development directions of diatomite utilization in China were summarized finally.It is an effective approach to extend its utilization fields and to increase its produce …

The diatomite powder used in the present work is mainly constituted by the fossilized diatom shells, and its size ranges from a few microns to several tens of microns (Figure 1). The chemical composition in terms of metallic elements as determined by ICP-AES is (wt%) as follows: 61.0 Si, 19.9 Al, 9.4 Fe, 5.5 K, 1.3 Mg, 1.2 Na, 0.9 Ca, 0.8 Ti, 0 ...

Porosity is the main factor controlling the initiation of corrosion [17] Elden H, Morsy G, Bakr M. Diatomite: its characterization, modifications and in concrete. The porosity increases the rate of diffusion of water applications. Asian J Mater Sci 2010;2(3):121–36. and electrolytes throughout the concrete and makes the con- [18] Ergun A ...

This work aimed to synthesize and characterize nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI), supported on diatomaceous earth (DE) at two different molar concentrations, 3 and 4 M (nZVI-DE-1 nZVI-DE-2), to test the decolorization treatment of acid blue dye (AB) and perform a toxicological test using zebrafish. The synthesis of the nanoparticles was obtained using the …

diatomite of SIG also called Kieselguhr, is a white substance of fossil organic origin formed by microscopic skeletons of diatoms which are unicellular algae found in aqueous systems, it has very specific properties such as a porosity greater than 72% and a high adsorption capacity, its main component is amorphous silica, This mineral material is not pure in its natural state and …

Diatomite (diatomaceous earth), mainly composed of amorphous silica (SiO 2 ), is the remains from diatom shells [1].

Kieselguhr also known diatomite is a silica-based mineral, usually light in color (white if pure). It is very finely porous and very low in density. It is composed mainly of silica as career sand. The aim of this study was to characterize the kieselguhr and sand for together use in industry for various applications.

The complete characterization of the diatomite samples shows that they are amorphous heterogeneous materials, and their differences in composition and porosity are the main interests for possible applications. In this article, we tested two different contaminant dyes for adsorption in Brazilian diatomites. Our results showed a direct ...

1. Introduction. Diatomite (diatomaceous earth), mainly composed of amorphous silica (SiO 2), is the remains from diatom shells.As a non-metallic mineral raw material, diatomite has shown excellent performance in the filter aids industry and environmental pollution treatment because of its favorable chemical and physical properties such as acid resistant, large surface …

Diatomite (DI) serves as the supporting material owing to its light weight, highly porous structure, rigidity and relatively low price. Furthermore, the universality and chemical inertness of DI makes DI-based FSPCMs suitable for practical application [ 14 – 16 ].

Index Terms — Characterization, Composite, Diatomite, Modification, Polymer, Extruder I. INTRODUCTION Polypropylene is one of the most commonly used polymers in many sectors such as automobile, goods, packaging and electronic appliance properties applications due to its good performance and processing properties as well ...

Diatomite is an interesting silica material because of its relatively low cost, large reserves and its highly reactive amorphous state derived from silica skeletons of diatoms. Being silica rich, diatomite serves as the silica source in the synthesis of zeolites, which is cost-effective.

Synthesis, Characterization, and Dye Removal of ZnCl ... such as diatomite,7 alumina,8 calcite,9 zeolite,10 and so on. In recent years, biochar has been recognized as an effective adsorbent for dye removal due to its specific structural characteristics, economic feasibility, and environmental sustainability. Generally, biochar

An atomic implantation method was used to modify diatomite with CuCl. The CuCl/diatomite samples were characterized by different techniques, including FTIR, XRD, BET, SEM-TEM, EDX, and CO-TPR. Characterization results revealed the formation of CuCl particles of 50–60 nm highly dispersed on diatomite surface. CO adsorption measurements showed that …

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The diatomite sample modified with sulfuric acid/H were performed by Gocheva (1983) and Gocheva et O was denoted 2 2 al. (1989) and they deal mainly with the character- as D-A. ization of natural diatomite from different deposits A sample of natural diatomite (15 g) was soaked and the regulation of its physico-chemical properties. in 40 mL of ...

calcination of natural diatomite is done in a rotary kiln at 870-1100 ºC. Diatomaceous earth is used in many industrial applications due to its high porosity, low density porous and permeable structure, chemical resistance, high purity, high specific surface area, absorptive capacity and to its absorbent properties (Ediz et al., 2010).

Characterization of the pristine diatomite sample for its chemical composition was performed by X-ray fluorescence spectrometer (XRF, Philips 2400). FTIR spectrum of the pristine diatomite was achieved using FTIR spectroscopy on a Bruker FTIR spectrophotometer, within a range of 400–4400 cm −1 .

Owing to its high sorption capacity towards Co2+, Ni2+, Pb2+, Cr3+, Fe2+, Cu2+, and Cd2+, the manganese oxide-modified diatomite is a promising low-cost sorbent for selective removal of …

For this purpose, a Masakheet diatomite sample was used because of its relatively high purity. The fired diatomite clay specimens were prepared using the plastic method (polystyrene was the pore forming agent) and fired at temperatures of 1,150, 1,250 and 1,350°C for two hours.

Characterization. e particle size of diatomite powder was measured by a laser particle analyzer Mastersizer . e morphologies of pure diatomite and TiO 2 /diatomite composite were examined by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). X-ray di raction analysis was performed using a D Di ractometer (Siemens) with a Ni lter and

12%Characterization of the pristine diatomite sample for its chemical composition was performed by X-ray fluorescence spectrometer (XRF, Philips 2400). FTIR spectrum of the pristine diatomite was achieved using FTIR spectroscopy on a Bruker FTIR spectrophotometer, within a range of 400–4400 cm −1 .

Geopolymers are aluminosilicate inorganic polymers. In this study, the effects of replacement metakaolin with diatomite in geopolymer materials were investigated. The geopolymer materials were prepared by leaching diatomite (from Lampang province) and metakaolin (from Ranong province) with alkaline activator solutions. The fresh slurry was cast into plastic molds …

Diatomite is defined as a siliceous/opaline consolidated sediment with a diatom SiO 2 content higher than 50% of sediment weight and porosity higher than 70%. As diatomites are often composed of 50–80% by weight of diatom SiO 2, the major sediment modifier material must be named with the adjectives describing the sediment matrix components ...

Fabrication and Characterization of Diatomite Functionalized Cellulose Acetate Nanofibers Show all authors. Çiğdem Akduman. Çiğdem Akduman. Pamukkale University See all articles by this author. Search Google Scholar for this author. First Published May 1, 2019 Research Article.