DEFLUORIDATION OF WATER BY METAL OXIDE AND HYDROXIDE ADSORBENTS: A REVIEW Authors: Saxena A , VYAS S, SHARMA V, SHARMA A, JOSHI S, OJHA P AND SONI S
ABSTRACT
Fluoride pollution in drinking water is a widespread issue, particularly in regions like Rajasthan,
India. Fluoride, a negatively charged contaminant, seeps into water sources through natural
geological processes or human activities. Human activities, such as the disposal of industrial
wastewater into water bodies, contribute to this problem. To address this issue, a variety of
traditional and innovative methods are being employed to remove fluoride from water sources.
The review analyzed different adsorbents and their modifications as reported in reputable
research publications to evaluate their adsorption capabilities under varying conditions. The
impact of additional impurities on the removal of fluoride was also examined. The findings of
this comprehensive study indicate that certain adsorbents, particularly binary and trimetal oxides
and hydroxides such as alumina, magnesia, and zirconia, show promising potential for
effectively removing fluoride from water sources.
Keywords: Adsorption, Fluoride, Adsorbents, Defluoridation, Water Publication date: 01/06/2025 https://ijbpas.com/pdf/2025/June/MS_IJBPAS_2025_9114.pdfDownload PDFhttps://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2025/14.6.9114