Table 1. Parameters of the Langmuir Model for the Adsorption of Zn(II), Pb(II), Cd(II), and Hg(II) on PSPa.
| metal ion | qmax | KL | R2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zn(II) | 130.54 | 0.096 | 0.998 |
| Pb(II) | 106.25 | 0.048 | 0.995 |
| Cd(II) | 91.84 | 0.034 | 0.993 |
| Hg(II) | 51.38 | 0.026 | 0.991 |
Batch conditions: contact time: 3 h; temperature: 298 K; pH: 6.5; adsorbent dose: 25 mg; solution volume: 40 mL.