Synthesis of MOF-5 / Cellulose Aerogel Composite and Investigation of Its Performance in Removing Methylene Blue Dye

Document Type : Research

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1 Faculty of Civil Engineering, Department of Environmental Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology, P. O. Code: 1684613114, Tehran, Iran.

2 Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, P. O. Code: 1684613114, Tehran, Iran

3 Department of Organic Colorants, Institute for Color Science and Technology, P. O. Box. 16765-654, Tehran, Iran

10.30509/jscw.2024.167288.1188

Abstract

Metal-organic framework (MOF) aerogels are porous materials with unique characteristics such as tunability, high surface area, chemical stability, and high mechanical strength, making them among the leading adsorbents in pollutant adsorption and identification. One of the fundamental challenges with these structures during the adsorption process is their separation at the end of the adsorption process due to their powdery nature. To address this issue, this study used aerogels and their composites with synthesized metal-organic framework (MOF). In this research, a composite of MOF-5/cellulose aerogel was fabricated using cellulose extracted from the cotton plant, and its effectiveness in removing an organic dye (methylene blue) from aqueous environments was investigated. Characterization was performed using electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and IR analysis. The adsorption of the pollutant (methylene blue cationic dye) was measured using a UV-vis spectrophotometer, showing a removal efficiency of 95% at alkaline pH within a 60-minute time frame. The effects of pH, time, and dye concentration were also examined. The reusability of the adsorbent material was demonstrated, with only a 5% reduction in adsorption capacity after three cycles of use.

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Journal of Studies in Color World
Volume 14, Issue 3
October 2024
Pages 193-203

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  • Receive Date: 10 March 2024
  • Revise Date: 30 June 2024
  • Accept Date: 01 July 2024

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