Evaluation of Unwana Clay's Potential for Heavy Metal Adsorption: Insights into Sequestration Capacity and Environmental Applications

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@article{1711862,
      author = {Chidube Ikeagwuani },
      title = {Evaluation of Unwana Clay's Potential for Heavy Metal Adsorption: Insights into Sequestration Capacity and Environmental Applications},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {9},
      number = {5},
      pages = {401-407},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1711862.pdf},
      abstract = {This study investigates the potential of Unwana clay, sourced from Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic in Ebonyi State, for the adsorption and sequestration of heavy metals. Utilizing a batch method at ambient temperature, we examined the sequestering process. The experimental results were found to fit the Langmuir isotherm model, indicating a high affinity for metal ion adsorption. Specifically, the maximum adsorption capacities (Q?) were determined to be 61.3 mg Pb(II) g?? and 26.8 mg Cu(II) g?? at a pH of 7.0 and a temperature of 25?C, using Unwana clay with a particle size of 200 mesh. The findings demonstrate that Unwana clay can effectively adsorb significant amounts of heavy metal cations from aqueous solutions. These results suggest that Unwana clay is a promising sorption material for heavy metals, potentially paving the way for new commercial applications and environmental remediation strategies.},
      keywords = {Sequestering, Adsorption, Unwana clay, Heavy metals, Isotherm},
      month = {November},
  }