Fast-Pyrolysis Biochar from Invasive Eichhornia crassipes as a High-Capacity Adsorbent for Lead (II) Ions
Victor O. Genga, Njagi B. Njomo, Patrick K. Tum, Damaris N. Mbui & Obed M. Nyabaro · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2026
This study evaluated biochar derived from the leaves and stems of Eichhornia crassipes for the adsorption of Pb(II) ions from aqueous solution. Dried biomass was thermally converted at temperatures between 300 and 700°C, and the resulting biochars were evaluated to identify the m...
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10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i102476