Removal of heavy metals using banana fronds as adsorbents (Cr & Cu)

The discharge of metal contamination in wastewater from industries without compliance the acceptable value in schedule fifth of Environmental Quality (Industrial Effluent) Regulations 2009 can disturbing the aquatic life and can harm the human health. Eight types of adsorbents were developed from the yellow colour of banana leaves to remove Cr and Cu ions from simulated solution. Within 8 types of adsorbents, first four adsorbents were prepared through physical treatment, while another 4 adsorbents were prepared through chemical treatments with an addition of vinegar.