Bentonite is a 2:1-type layered-structure clay mineral that restricts the accumulation of toxic metals in plants through adsorption (Usman et al. 2005; Yi et al. 2017). Lime and bentonite are usually combined with other amendments to promote the immobilization of toxic metals and avoid the possible deterioration of soil quality (Bailey …
Bentonite is in high demand for paint production because of its properties such as strong thickening ability (often used as a thickener for solvent and water-based paints), suspending, good thixotropy, high viscosity, anti-sagging. Up to these days, organic derivatives of bentonite clay are tested and modified to discover new paint and coating ...
Scenario of Pb and Cr concentrations in soil and plant. Wastewater application significantly (P < 0.01) induced Cr and Pb stress in soil and their accumulation in Solanum melongena L. . However, it was shown that the Cr and Pb stress was significantly (P < 0.01) tolerated through BN, BT, FOP, and CFOP applications .
Surprisingly, bentonite application in the plants imposed to 30% FC led to the reduction in proline content. 3.6 H 2 O 2 Evaluation. According to the analysis of variance, a significant difference (p ≤ 0.05) was found in the H 2 O 2 levels affected by bentonite application and water deficit.
The requirements for drilling bentonites are tightening due to ever-increasing demands for petroleum resources, coupled with cost and reaction technology constraints. In addition to raising the risk of drilling, bentonite's poor performance also raises the possibility of safety incidents and significant financial losses. Organically modified …
Bentonite clay is an abundant and low-cost adsorbent and silk fibroin, a naturally occurring protein, and both have a low capacity to remove lethal heavy metal ions from aqueous solution separately. To enhance their metal adsorbing capacity, a new silk fibroin-based bentonite composite was prepared for improving water quality by eliminating heavy …
The application of biosurfactant-producing bacteria immobilized in PVA/SA/bentonite bio-composite for hydrocarbon-contaminated soil bioremediation July 2023 RSC Advances 13(31):21163-21170
Sodium bentonite is used as emulsifying and stabilizing agents in oil–water systems. Such clays are used both in oil-in-water emulsions and water-in-oil …
Crude oil bioremediation and degradation product identification Immobilized bacteria in the PVA/SA/bentonite matrix were tested for their ability to degrade crude oil contaminants in soil samples, during a 14-day incubation period. GCMS chromatograms of the degradation test results of non-pre-treatment soil are shown in Fig. 1. The …
Preparation of OBent/Oil Fluids. 12 g of OBent and 400 mL of 5# white oil were blended in a high-speed mixer capable of stepless, variable frequency adjustment (Qingdao Tongchun Oil Intrument Co. Ltd., Qingdao, Shandong, China) at 10000 rpm for 20 min, using a φ26 mm circular rotor blade with ripple fixed on a stirring column, and …
In recent decades, increased industrial, agricultural, and domestic activities have resulted in the release of various pollutants into the aquatic systems, which require a reliable and environmentally friendly method to remove them. Adsorption is one of the most cost-effective and sustainable wastewater treatment techniques. A plethora of low-cost bio …
Coconut oil has the main fatty acid composition of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) in the form of lauric acid (± 50%). Coconut oil can be extracted through wet extraction and dry extraction methods.
Commercially available bentonite clay in pulverized form was sourced from Barmer mine, Rajasthan, India. FA was sourced from four major thermal power plants in India and named as Farakka fly ash (FFA), Neyvelli fly ash (NFA), Badarpur fly ash (BFA), and pond ash (PA). The material properties are given in Table 1 for all parent materials. …
For the most part, as the economy goes, so goes the bentonite industry.". Wyoming's annual bentonite production has risen from 1,400 tons in 1927 to more than 4.5 million tons. Five companies ...
Helps Cleanse Hair. Bentonite clay is used for hair conditioning and styling because its minerals help moisturize, soften and de-frizz hair, especially curly hair, according to anecdotal evidence. It may also help support hair growth, make hair shinier, reduce dandruff and prevent infections that can affect the scalp.
This treatment is useful for applications like edible oil refinement and purification of mineral oils and biofuel feedstock. Alkaline activation is performed to modify the viscosity and rheology of bentonite slurries. This treatment is useful of applications like foundry sand binders, civil engineering, paper, detergents, and many more.
2. Treating oily skin and acne. Bentonite clay's adsorbent power may help treat acne breakouts and oily skin. The clay may help remove sebum, or oil, from the skin's surface, and it may have a ...
Examining the bentonite produced in a biodiesel refinery process as soil amendment in a well-draining soil. Original Paper. Published: 26 August 2020. Volume …
The current study concentrates on chemical kinetics, thermodynamic, and overall mass transfer studies on production of biodiesel from waste cooking sunflower oil in transesterification reaction using bentonite-supported sodium methoxide catalyst. The kinetics and thermodynamics analysis of biodiesel from waste cooking sunflower oil was …
The Bentonite Market size was valued at USD 1.89 Billion in 2023 and the total Bentonite Market revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.1 % from 2024 to 2030, reaching nearly USD 3.26 Billion. The Bentonite market is a dynamic and versatile sector, driven by the unique properties and wide-ranging applications of this soft plastic clay.
Bentonite, a versatile clay material, plays a crucial role in various industries due to its unique properties. This article provides an overview of bentonite, including its definition, characteristics, industrial applications, potential product combinations, and key considerations for commercial procurement. 1. What is Bentonite? Bentonite is a …
Moreover, bentonite clay can be applied in various field like drilling, civil engineering, agriculture and water treatment. Keywords: adsorption; bentonite clay; drug delivery; …
Application of bentonite in soil had enhanced the water retention and ensured the constant supply of important minerals to sustain crop growth during drought periods [65]. It was also reported that addition of bentonite in soil had increased soil moisture and water use efficiency and posed positive effect on antioxidant enzymatic …
1. Introduction. For centuries, man has been applying agro-industrial wastes on land as fertilizer or just to dispose of them, e.g., plant residues, animal manures, fly ash from thermal power plants, grape wastes from wineries, etc. (Khalid et al., 2000, Arvanitoyannis et al., 2006, Jala and Goyal, 2006 and Petric et al., 2009).Among the …
The process of modifying bentonite with a cationic surfactant (hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide: CTAB) and silane coupling agent …
Adding bentonite, calcium oxide or compost to the soil contaminated with oil derivatives usually reduced the negative effect of petrol and diesel oil on plant growth and reduced the protein ...
1. Introduction. As society and industry have evolved, the large-scale discharge of oil-containing industrial wastewater and the occurrence of oil spills and other accidents have led to serious environmental pollution problems, posing a threat to the safety of aquatic plants, animals and further affecting human life [1], [2].In response to these …
The application of bentonite had a positive effect on the biomass of the tested plants, and resulted in an increase in soil pH. The concentrations of copper, …
Application of bentonite significantly ( P < 0.001) increased the activity of catalase, invertase, urease, and alkaline phosphatase in a millet crop in a semi-arid region. The enzyme activities were dynamic, showed consistent trends during the millet growing season and were related to rainfall and soil water content.
bentonite was used for every oil sample; no further studies on the saturation capacity of the filter were performed. The density, the flash point and the color of the filtered oils were then measured and compared with four samples of non-treated oil (Table 2). …
The application of bentonite significantly ( P < 0.05) increased field water-holding capacity and plant available water in the 0–40 cm layer.
The mineralogical and elemental study of Nigerian bentonite clay deposits carried out by researchers in the 80s, 90s and early 2000s has revealed that beneficiation of these bentonite clays is a necessary step if recourse must be made to it for application in the oil and gas industry.
The effects of global climate change are becoming more evident and accelerating at an unprecedented pace. For this reason, human activities urgently need a paradigm shift to stop this entropic process before the consequences become irreversible. In this sense, the use of highly eco-efficient materials aimed at conveniently neutralizing …
Application of Other Organoclays (OCs) in Oil-Based Drilling Fluids (OBDFs) ... 8.6, and 17.1 g/L) of organophilic clay (amine-treated bentonite) at different oil/water ratios (OWRs) (65/35, 75/25, and 85/15) within a temperature range of 24–87 °C. The study focuses on the apparent viscosity of OBFs and how it is affected by various factors ...
Open Access. Peer-reviewed. Research Article. Bentonite clay with different nitrogen sources can effectively reduce nitrate leaching from sandy soil. Zahid …
Imerys operates benchmark bentonite mines and processing plants on the island of Milos in Greece, in the southern Cape, South Africa, in the US, China, Hungary, and Bulgaria. Imerys operations supply consistent high-quality bentonite to serve oil drilling, paper industry, tunnelling, dam, lake and landfill sealing, water treatment, pet litter ...
The main functions of Bentonite in oil and gas well drilling include: ... The ideal Bentonite for this application should have a particle size distribution that enables effective cuttings removal and wellbore stabilization. Oil-Based Mud Systems. In oil-based mud systems, Bentonite is used as a viscosifier and filtration control agent. It ...
273. 1 Excerpt. Bentonite is employed by industry to perform a multitude of jobs. Certain industrial applications become apparent from an understanding of the composition and structure of bentonite, and the properties they create. These properties are utilized chiefly when the material is suspended in a liquid, usually water; or as a dried ...
The only way to increase the low CEC of sandy tropical soils over the long term is to apply high CEC materials such as 2:1 clay minerals. Acid activated bentonite is used in Thailand in the vegetable oil industry during the clarification process. The waste bentonite is discarded afterwards. The aim of the study was to compare the effects of the addition of …
By Marie. Bentonite clay is a unique type of clay that is known for its absorbent properties. It is often used in gardening as a way to help with water retention and soil aeration. Bentonite clay can also be used to make a slurry that can be used as a top dressing for gardens. To improve the texture and nutritional activity of sandy soil, soil ...