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Biosorption: An Interplay between Marine Algae and Potentially Toxic Elements-A Review
Muhammad Bilal1, Tahir Rasheed2, Juan Eduardo Sosa-Hernández3
1State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China. bilaluaf@hotmail.com.
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|February 22, 2018
Summary
Marine algae offer a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for environmental decontamination. These natural biosorbents effectively remove toxic pollutants, presenting a sustainable alternative to conventional methods.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Biotechnology
- Ecotoxicology
Background:
- Environmental pollution from dissolving agents is a global concern affecting hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere.
- Toxic heavy metals and emerging contaminants pose significant risks to ecosystems and human health.
- Growing awareness necessitates sustainable and eco-friendly pollution removal strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of marine algae as naturally inspired biosorbents.
- To review the role of marine algae in biosorption processes.
- To discuss biosorption mechanisms and influencing factors.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on marine algae as biosorbents.
- Analysis of marine algae's effectiveness in removing various pollutants.
- Discussion of biosorption mechanisms and affecting factors.
Main Results:
- Marine algae demonstrate significant advantages as biosorbents due to their natural origin and cost-effectiveness.
- Algae are effective in removing a broad range of pollutants, including toxic heavy metals.
- Biosorption offers a promising eco-friendly approach for environmental decontamination.
Conclusions:
- Marine algae are a viable and sustainable alternative to conventional methods for removing environmental pollutants.
- Further research into biosorption mechanisms can optimize algae-based remediation strategies.
- The use of marine algae aligns with goals for sustainable development and environmental protection.
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