CHED 854 |
| Alandra F. Kahl and Dr. Caryl Fish. |
| The purpose of this project is to further explore the properties and kinetics of the remediation of mine drainage using chitosan microspheres. Initial research shows that these microspheres have a strong affinity for metallics in aqueous solution, which makes them ideal for remediation of mine drainage. I propose to explore and exploit these properties using microspheres as a part of passive treatment for mine drainage. Initial research also points to the lack of toxicity and strong binding capabilities of microspheres, which are also an asset to their usage in a passive situation. However, little is known about the kinetics and binding preferences of this compound. This project aims to determine those properties and how they can be exploited to make this compound equitable on a large scale. The kinetics of binding of chitosan microspheres with regard to ferrous and ferric iron, aluminum, manganese and sulfates were explored. |
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Undergraduate Research Poster Session: Environmental Chemistry
2:00 PM-4:00 PM, Monday, 27 March 2006 Georgia World Congress Center -- Ex. Hall B4, Poster
Division of Chemical Education |