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Application of polyaniline-based adsorbents for dye removal from water and wastewater—a review

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Several industries release varying concentration of dye-laden effluent with substantial negative consequences for any receiving environmental compartment. The control of water pollution and tighter restriction on wastewater discharge directly into the environment to reduce the potential ecotoxicological effect of dyes is forcing processors to retreat and reuse process water and chemicals. Among the different available technologies, the adsorption process has been recognized to be one of the finest and cost-effective wastewater treatment technologies. Various adsorbents have been utilized to remove toxic dyes from water and wastewater. Here, we review the application of polyaniline-based polymeric adsorbent for the adsorption of dyes which have been received considerable attention. To date, various modifications of polyaniline have been explored to improve the adsorption properties. Review on the application of polyaniline for adsorption of dyes has not been present till date. This article provides relevant literature on the application of various polyaniline composites for removing dyes, and their adsorption capacities with their experimental conditions have been compiled. It is evident from the literature survey that polyaniline provides a better opportunity for scientists for the effective removal of various dye.

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The authors are grateful to the Chairman, Department of Applied Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University for providing necessary laboratory facilities.

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Correspondence to Abu Nasar.

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Nasar, A., Mashkoor, F. Application of polyaniline-based adsorbents for dye removal from water and wastewater—a review. Environ Sci Pollut Res 26, 5333–5356 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-018-3990-y

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