Table 2.
The results of multivariate modeling and optimization of m-cresol photodegradation under visible-light irradiation.
| Variable | m-cresol (mg/L) | pH | Photocatalyst (g/L) | Irradiation time (min) | Efficiency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum level | 40 to 45 | 8 to 9 | 1.3 to 1.7 | 340 to 460 | — |
| Predicted point | 42 | 8 | 1.3 | 360 | 100 |
| Verified point | 42 | 8 | 1.3 | 360 | 99 |
| Importance (%) | 32.93 | 32.02 | 21.28 | 13.77 | — |