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Title: Electrokinetic remediation. II. Amphoteric metals and enhancement with a weak acid

Journal Article · · Separation Science and Technology
 [1]; ;  [2]
  1. Vanderbilt Univ., Nashville, TN (United States)
  2. Universidad de Malaga (Spain)

A one-dimensional model is developed for the electrokinetic treatment of aquifers contaminated with an ionic salt. Electrokinetic removal of amphoteric metals such as zinc and lead is simulated. The use of a weak acid (acetic acid) to neutralize a portion of the OH{sup {minus}} generated electrolytically in the cathode compartment is explored in connection with the electrokinetic removal of nonamphoteric metals such as copper and cadmium.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
273515
Journal Information:
Separation Science and Technology, Vol. 30, Issue 16; Other Information: PBD: Sep 1995
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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