<b>Natural Zeolites for Removal of Calcium and Magnesium Ions from Hard Water</b>
This study investigates natural zeolites from Menena Define and Malo Telesa for removing calcium and magnesium from tap water, comparing their performance to a synthetic resin. Characterization showed improved crystallinity and purity after washing. MD zeolite removed 68.7% of calcium under alkaline conditions, while ReSe removed 93.5% of magnesium under acidic conditions. Results highlight the role of pH and material properties in ion removal and support MD zeolite as a cost-effective option for water softening.
Publication Details
- Journal
- Figshare
- Published
- 2025-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.30260191
- Primary Topic
- Agricultural Innovations and Practices
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00