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Photocatalytic treatment of industrial wastewater containing citric acid and toxic heavy metals

Baloyi, Siwela Jeffrey (2014-12)

The co-existence of organic acids and toxic heavy metals in natural water creates harmful effects on human, plants and animals. Therefore, it is necessary to treat organic acids and toxic heavy metal contaminated wastewater ...
Treatment of acid mine drainage using constructed wetland and UV/TiO₂ photocatalysis

Seadira, Tumelo Wordsworth Poloko (2014-05)

Acid mine drainage (AMD) is a serious problem associated with mining activities, and it has the potential to contaminate surface and ground water. The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of constructed wetland ...
An application of reverse osmosis process on effluent treatment for the rubber industry

Ralengole, Galebone (2009-05)

The methods used to remove potassium sulphate (K2S04) and other impurities contained within Karbochem finishing plant effluent were investigated. Reverse osmosis was explored for this application. The study was conducted ...
Electroflocculation of river water using iron and aluminium electrodes

Mashamaite, Aubrey Nare (2008-09)

A novel technology in the treatment of river water, which involves an electrochemical treatment technique to produce domestic or drinking water is being investigated using aluminium and iron electrodes in an electrochemical ...