Monitoring the Effect of Temperature on Percentage of Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation in Packed Bed Units using Agro-Based Adsorbents

Abstract

This research demonstrates the significance of adsorbent and packed bed unit or column for the treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The investigation further revealed the effect of temperature on the performance of the adsorbent in treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The investigation delved deeper into understanding the influence of temperature on the adsorbent's efficacy in treating water mediums contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The study closely monitored the percentage reduction in the concentration of total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) concerning the rise in temperature. Notably, a significant augmentation in TPH percentage reduction was observed, reaching its zenith at a temperature of 45°C. Beyond this threshold, however, a decline in TPH percentage reduction became evident, indicating a less effective adsorption process at higher temperatures. This study elucidates the nuanced interplay between temperature fluctuations and the adsorbent's effectiveness, providing insights into the optimal conditions for mitigating petroleum hydrocarbon contamination in water. By closely examining the percentage reduction in total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) concentration, the research identifies a peak performance at 45°C. Beyond this temperature, a diminishing trend in TPH percentage reduction surfaces, emphasizing the critical role of temperature control in optimizing the adsorption process for efficient water treatment of petroleum hydrocarbon pollutants. This characteristics in behavior was found in each adsorbent used and this revealed the available adsorption capacity that each adsorbent can withstand upon the treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon.