Abstract
The capacity of the naturally occurring zeolite clinoptilolite has been determined for the ions NH4+, K+, Ca2+ and Mg2+ in the range of total concentrations 0·01 n-0·05 n. The results show that the effective capacity of the zeolite varies according to the ionic species involved in the exchange. Maximum ion uptake was achieved for the exchanges Na+ NH4+ and Na+ K+ and the measured capacities for NH4+ and K+ were significantly greater than those measured for Ca2+ and Mg2+. The data provide a useful pointer to the use of clinoptilolite as a water treatment medium in recirculating aquaculture systems. © 1987.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 39-50 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Aquacultural Engineering |
Volume | 6 |
Issue number | 1 |
Publication status | Published - 1987 |