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Fluoride Removal By Using A Batch Electrocoagulation Reactor, Mohammad Emamjomeh, Muttucumaru Sivakumar, Andrea Schafer

Faculty of Engineering - Papers (Archive)

Ingestion of excess fluoride is a public health concern. It affects the teeth (fluorosis) and bones and in some areas of the world fluorosis is endemic. There are several methods for fluoride removal and one such method is electrocoagulation that has recently received attention as a suitable option. Colloid destabilizing agents that effect charge neutralization are produced by electrolysis in an electrocoagulation system. Reduced sludge production, no requirement for chemical handling and ease of operation are some of the advantages of this process. Experiments were undertaken to investigate the effects of the different parameters such as: current density (6.25 - …