Adsorption Behaviors of Chlortetracycline on Granular Activated Carbons

Abstract

The adsorption behaviors of chlortetracycline on two kinds of granular activated carbons with different BET surface area and average pore width have been studied. The results show that larger BET surface area is beneficial for the adsorption capacity, and wider pore structure can enhance the adsorption rate. Initial solution pH has great effect on the adsorption behavior, and the suitable pH for the effective adsorption is from 4 to 8.