Heavy Metals: An Overview of Their Sources and Biosorption Processes
Authors: Korode, I.A., Fadeiye, J.K. And *Emegha, J.O.
DOI Info: http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18061158
ABSTRACT
Recently, the use of biosorption has shown promising ways to reduce environmental pollution from heavy metals. Even though several physical and chemical techniques are employed for cleaning up heavy metal-contaminated sites, green biosorption methods are gaining significant recognition due to their economical and sustainable decontamination capabilities. Much research has explored how biosorption could improve wastewater treatment. Different biosorbents from various sources can be changed to gain superior qualities, which helps them specifically absorb heavy metals in the environment. Therefore, this review focuses on using biological biosorbents to remove heavy metal ions from wastewater. It looks at key factors like temperature, pH, contact time, and biosorbent features influencing biosorbents efficiency, and suggests possible directions for future research.
Affiliations: Department of Physics, Hensard University, Toru Orua, P.O. Box 1036, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
Keywords: Heavy Metals, Biosorption, Environment, Wastewater, Ecosystem
Published date: 2025/12/30
