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Removal of emerging contaminants by emulsion liquid membrane: perspective and challenges

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Emerging contaminants (ECs) originated from different agricultural, biological, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors have been detected in our water sources for many years. Several technologies are employed to minimise EC content in the aqueous phase, including solvent extraction processes, but there is not a solution commonly accepted yet. One of the studied alternatives is based on separation processes of emulsion liquid membrane (ELM) that benefit low solvent inventory and energy needs. However, a better understanding of the process and factors influencing the operating conditions and the emulsion stability of the extraction/stripping process is crucial to enhancing ELM’s performance. This article aims to describe the applications of this technique for the EC removal and to comprehensively review the ELM properties and characteristics, phase compositions, and process parameters.

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Zaulkiflee, N.D., Ahmad, A.L., Che Lah, N.F. et al. Removal of emerging contaminants by emulsion liquid membrane: perspective and challenges. Environ Sci Pollut Res 29, 12997–13023 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-021-16658-5

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