Collectively, the kinetic models and adsorption capacity results
show that the ZnCl2/450-AC described here is far more advantageous
than earlier adsorbent systems. This shows the potential
value of using such a material for future water purification strategies.
Work is underway here to benefit from possible reversible
adsorption to investigate multiple recycling of the AC adsorbent.
Work is also underway to provide better characterization for the
prepared AC material. Packed column flow study on the AC is also
underway to find conditions for highest possible adsorption
capacity.