Preparation and Characterization of Activated Carbon from Melon  Seed Husk

Precious Elijah; Ejikeme Ugwoha; Victor Amah

doi:10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31100

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Preparation and Characterization of Activated Carbon from Melon Seed Husk

Precious Elijah, Ejikeme Ugwoha, Victor Amah

Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · pp. 137–144 · Published 5 Mar 2024

10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31100

Abstract

Activated carbon, known for its remarkable adsorption properties, is widely used in various applications, including wastewater treatment, air purification, gas and vapour purification. This study explored the production and physicochemical characterization of activated carbon derived from melon seed husks, a readily available agricultural waste product in Nigeria. The process involved carbonization of the husks followed by impregnation with calcium chloride. Physicochemical analysis was performed on the resulting melon seed husk activated carbon (MHSAC) to assess its properties. The analysis revealed favourable characteristics with a pH level of 6.52, ash content of 5.13%, moisture content of 11.36%, density of 0.453g/ml, and an iodine number of 1759.18mg/g, meeting the criteria for an effective adsorbent. These findings demonstrate the potential of melon seed husk an agricultural byproduct, as a valuable source for generating high-quality activated carbon.

Activated carbon melon seed husk carbonization physicochemical analysis calcium chloride characterization

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Precious Elijah, Ejikeme Ugwoha, Victor Amah (2024). Preparation and Characterization of Activated Carbon from Melon Seed Husk. Journal of Engineering Research and Reports , 137–144. https://doi.org/10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31100

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Precious Elijah — Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Ejikeme Ugwoha — Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria and Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Victor Amah — Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria and Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

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