Revolutionizing Water Treatment: Unconventional Approaches for Heavy Metal Removal in Enhanced Oil Recovery Operations

Abstract The water used in oil production can include a variety of components. Organic molecules such as hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and bacteria are frequent components found in oilfield water, and they can all have an impact on water quality and the production process. Before employing water in oil production, it is usually treated to remove pollutants and ensure the requisite quality requirements. Water is utilized in oil production for a variety of applications, including drilling, hydraulic fracturing, and enhanced oil recovery. However, this study focuses on the EOR. The goal of this study is to develop a novel adsorption medium for heavy metal removal from water utilizing iron-coated bones and magnesium hydroxide. Water treatment before use protects equipment, improves manufacturing efficiency, and reduces environmental effect. Bone is made up of both organic and inorganic components, which are commonly referred to as hydroxyapatite. Hydroxyapatite mineral is a porous bio ceramic substance that can operate as an adsorbent. One of the purposes of this adsorbent is to absorb metals from liquid waste. As a result, this adsorption medium may serve as a cost-effective and ecologically friendly alternative to current heavy metal removal approaches in water.