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Method for removing heavy metals from aqueous solutions by coprecipitation

US5013453A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 16, 1987
Grant dateMay 7, 1991
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S210/913
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method is provided for removing heavy metal ions from an aqueous solution to yield a less contaminated aqueous effluent. The method comprises coprecipitating the heavy metal ions with a carrier precipitate which is formed in situ within the aqueous solution.

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