Phenol and Cr(VI) are two of the most common organic and heavy metal-based pollutants found in industrial effluents. Both pollutants pose considerable health risks if left untreated. Activated carbon adsorption is generally ...

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are known to be resistant to environmental degradation due to their hydrophobicity which results in low solubility in water. PAHs are therefore typically less bioavailable than ...