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  • Chemical Engineering
  • Water Treatment Technologies

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  • Physico-chemical processes are crucial for effective water and wastewater management.
  • Continuous research is vital to improve water purification efficiency and sustainability.
  • The year 2015 saw significant developments in various water treatment methodologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize research on physico-chemical water and wastewater treatment published in 2015.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of advancements in key treatment processes.
  • To identify trends and highlight significant findings in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific publications from 2015.
  • Categorization of research into six core physico-chemical treatment areas.
  • Analysis of studies focusing on filtration, sedimentation, coagulation/flocculation, flotation, oxidation, and adsorption.

Main Results:

  • Compilation of research findings across diverse physico-chemical treatment methods.
  • Identification of innovations and improvements in each treatment category.
  • Summary of the state-of-the-art in water and wastewater treatment for 2015.

Conclusions:

  • The field of physico-chemical water treatment is dynamic, with ongoing research across multiple unit processes.
  • Filtration, sedimentation, coagulation/flocculation, flotation, oxidation, and adsorption remain critical areas of study.
  • The reviewed literature indicates a steady progression in developing more efficient and sustainable water treatment solutions.