Table 3.
Comparison of adsorption capacities of other biomass-derived adsorbents for removal of MB.
| Adsorbent | Qm (mg/g) | Preparing temperature (°C) | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phosphoric acid treated corncob | 140.25 | 160 | This study |
| Acetic acid treated rice bran | 25.1 | 90 | 25 |
| Waste apricot-based activated carbon | 102.04 | 500 | 53 |
| Sulfuric acid treated Parthenium | 88.29 | 300 | 54 |
| Zinc chloride treated Stipa tenacissima | 178.44 | 600 | 55 |
| Sodium hydroxide treated corn stalk | 49.01 | 75 | 56 |
| Tartaric acid treated bagasse | 57.14 | 120 | 57 |
| Surfactant-modified pineapple leaf powder | 52.6 | 90 | 58 |