The Optimization of Adsorption Potentials of Nigerian Kaolinite Mineral Through Acid Activation
The adsorption capacities of Nigerian Kaolinite minerals obtained from Share in Kwara State in raw and acid-activated forms towards some heavy metal ions were evaluated.The clay mineral was purified by sedimentation method and modified with 0.1M nitric, sulphuric, phosphoric, acetic, and oxalic acids.The properties of the raw clay and the effects o