Research Article
Veterinary
KINETIC STUDY OF ADSORPTION OF METHYL RED DYE ON PERICARP CHARCOAL OF ADANSONIA DIGITATA(BAOBAB)
Activated charcoal prepared from Adansonia Digitata(baobab) pericarp has been
used for the removal of methyl red dye from simulated aqueous solutions
employing adsorption method. The effect of adsorption was studied by using
different parameters such as pH(2-4), contact time(50-200min), initial dye
concentration(50-200mg/L) and adsorbent dosage(1-4g). The extent of
adsorption was determined by employing uv-vis spectrometer. The experimental
data was verified by Freundlich model and found to be satisfactory. Under the
experimental conditions the parameters at the maximum adsorption ability have
been determined for the dye and reported.
