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Lignin: A valuable and promising bio-based absorbent for dye removal applications
Nadia Fattahi1, Tanya Fattahi2, Muhammad Kashif3
1Marine Integrated Biomedical Technology Center, The National Key Research Institutes in Universities, Pukyong National University, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea; Research Center for Marine Integrated Bionics Technology, Pukyong National University, Busan, 48513, Republic of Korea.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
|July 13, 2024
Summary
Lignin biopolymer shows promise as a green adsorbent for removing harmful dyes from wastewater. This review highlights lignin-based materials as a breakthrough for cleaner water solutions.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Materials Science
- Green Chemistry
Background:
- Environmental concerns, particularly dye contamination in wastewater, pose significant risks to ecosystems and human health.
- Effective wastewater treatment is crucial before discharge into natural water bodies.
- Lignin, an abundant biopolymer from lignocellulosic materials, offers a sustainable solution due to its complex structure and functional groups.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the application of lignin-based adsorbents for dye removal from aqueous solutions.
- To highlight lignin as a green material for wastewater remediation.
- To explore established and novel approaches in lignin-based dye removal technologies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of lignin-based adsorbents in dye removal.
- Analysis of lignin's chemical structure and properties relevant to adsorption.
- Synthesis and characterization of lignin-derived materials for wastewater treatment.
Main Results:
- Lignin-based adsorbents demonstrate significant potential for efficient dye removal from wastewater.
- Lignin's functional moieties (hydroxyl, carboxyl, phenolic) enhance its adsorption capabilities.
- This approach offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional dye removal methods.
Conclusions:
- Lignin-based adsorbents represent a breakthrough in sustainable wastewater treatment for dye removal.
- Further research into novel lignin-based materials can optimize dye remediation processes.
- Utilizing lignin contributes to a circular economy and reduces environmental pollution.
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