Efficiency of vermicomposting in the reduction of heavy metals in coco peat

Efficiency of vermicomposting in the reduction of heavy metals in coco peat

Coco peat can be used as a filter material in treating wastewater from mining fields. In particular, it adsorbs heavy metals that, when not properly treated, can pose serious threats to human health and the environment. When compared to US EPA standards for safe landfill disposal, the coco peat used...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Maningding, Czarina Janice E. (Author), Quezada, Stephanie Grace M. (Author)
Other Authors: Diola, Ma. Brida Lea D. (adviser.), Samaniego, Jessie O. (adviser.)
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Subjects:
Vermicomposting.
Coir.
Sewage > Purification > Heavy metals removal.