Biomass-derived activated carbon from Scolymus hispanicus : activation strategy and adsorption mechanism of hydroxychloroquine

RSC Advances 2026 Open access

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Authors: Amel Hamadi, Imene Hammoudi, Fayçal Finnouche, Hiba Kais, Nacera Yeddou-Mezenner, Zaki Nekkaa
DOI: 10.1039/d5ra08507a
Cited by: 4
References: 43

Abstract

as a sustainable precursor and demonstrates its potential as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional activated carbons for pharmaceutical wastewater treatment.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Adsorption and biosorption for pollutant removal Pharmaceutical and Antibiotic Environmental Impacts Coagulation and Flocculation Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Advances
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
16
Issue
1
Pages
849–860
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN