The abiotic oxidation of divalentmanganese(Mn(Ⅱ))and the formation of Mn oxides are important geochemical processes,which control the mobility and availability of Mn as well as element cycling and pollutant behavior ...The abiotic oxidation of divalentmanganese(Mn(Ⅱ))and the formation of Mn oxides are important geochemical processes,which control the mobility and availability of Mn as well as element cycling and pollutant behavior in soils.It was found that iron(oxyhydr)oxides can catalyze Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation,but the effects of the coexisting dissolved organic matter(DOM)molecules on the catalysis of different iron(oxyhydr)oxides for Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation are poorly understood.Herein,we investigated Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation under the impacts of the interactions between iron(oxyhydr)oxides(i.e.,ferrihydrite,goethite and hematite)and DOM molecules.Simultaneously,we elucidated the variations of DOM composition and properties.Our results indicated that the catalysis of iron(oxyhydr)oxides for Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation was significantly inhibited by DOM.Moreover,DOM had less inhibiting effect on the catalysis of ferrihydrite for Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation and the formation of Mn oxides(e.g.,hausmannite and buserite)relative to goethite and hematite,whichwas partially because of the higher electron transfer capacities of ferrihydrite.Meanwhile,DOM molecules with high nominal oxidation state of carbon(NOSC),molecular weight,unsaturation and aromaticity were selectively adsorbed and oxidized by Mn oxides,including the oxygenated phenols and polyphenols.The newly formed molecules mainly belonged to phenols depleted of oxygen and aliphatics.Furthermore,NOSC was a key molecular characteristic for controlling DOM composition during DOM adsorption and oxidation by Mn oxides when iron minerals were present.Overall,our research contributes to understanding Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation mechanisms under heterogeneous systems and behaviors of DOM molecules in the environment.展开更多
Antimony(Sb), which can be toxic at relatively low concentrations, may co-exist with Mn(Ⅱ)and/or Fe(Ⅱ) in some groundwater and surface water bodies. Here we investigated the potential oxidation and adsorption ...Antimony(Sb), which can be toxic at relatively low concentrations, may co-exist with Mn(Ⅱ)and/or Fe(Ⅱ) in some groundwater and surface water bodies. Here we investigated the potential oxidation and adsorption pathways of Sb(Ⅲ and V) species in the presence of Mn(Ⅱ) and Mn-oxidizing bacteria, with or without Fe(Ⅱ). Batch experiments were conducted to determine the oxidation and adsorption characteristics of Sb species in the presence of biogenic Mn oxides(BMOs), which were formed in-situ via the oxidation of Mn(Ⅱ) by a Mn-oxidizing bacterium(Pseudomonas sp. QJX-1). Results indicated that Sb(Ⅲ) ions could be oxidized to Sb(V) ions by BMO, but only Sb(V) originating from Sb(Ⅲ) oxidation was adsorbed effectively by BMO. Introduced Fe(Ⅱ) was chemically oxidized to Fe OOH, the precipitates of which mixed with BMO to form a new compound, biogenic Fe–Mn oxides(BFMO). The BMO part of the BFMO mainly oxidized and the Fe OOH of the BFMO mainly adsorbed the Sb species. In aquatic solutions containing both As(Ⅲ) and Sb(Ⅲ), the BFMO that formed in-situ preferentially oxidized Sb over As but adsorbed As more efficiently. Chemical analysis and reverse transcription real-time polymerase chain reaction revealed that the presence of Fe(Ⅱ), As(Ⅲ) and Sb(Ⅲ) accelerated the oxidation of Mn(Ⅱ) but inhibited the activity of Mn-oxidizing bacteria. These results provide significant insights into the biogeochemical pathways of Sb, Mn(Ⅱ) in aquatic ecosystems, with or without Fe(Ⅱ).展开更多
The Fe-modi fied sepiolite-supported Mn–Cu mixed oxide(Cux Mny/Fe-Sep) catalysts were prepared using the co-precipitation method.These materials were characterized by means of the XRD,N_2 adsorption–desorption,XPS,H...The Fe-modi fied sepiolite-supported Mn–Cu mixed oxide(Cux Mny/Fe-Sep) catalysts were prepared using the co-precipitation method.These materials were characterized by means of the XRD,N_2 adsorption–desorption,XPS,H_2-TPR,and O_2-TPD techniques,and their catalytic activities for CO and ethyl acetate oxidation were evaluated.The results show that catalytic activities of the Cux Mny/Fe-Sep samples were higher than those of the Cu1/Fe-Sep and Mn2/Fe-Sep samples,and the Mn/Cu molar ratio had a distinct in fluence on catalytic activity of the sample.Among the Cux Mny/Fe-Sep and Cu1Mn2/Sep samples,Cu1Mn2/Fe-Sep performed the best for CO and ethyl acetate oxidation,showing the highest reaction rate and the lowest T50 and T90 of 4.4×10^(-6) mmol·g-1·s-1,110,and 140 °C for CO oxidation,and 1.9×10^(-6) mmol·g-1·s-1,170,and210 °C for ethyl acetate oxidation,respectively.Moreover,the Cu1Mn2/Fe-Sep sample possessed the best lowtemperature reducibility and the lowest temperature of oxygen desorption as well as the highest surface Mn^(4+)/Mn^(3+) and Cu^(2+)/CuO atomic ratios.It is concluded that factors,such as the strong interaction between the Cu or Mn and the Fe-Sep support,good low-temperature reducibility,and good mobility of chemisorbed oxygen species,might account for the excellent catalytic activity of Cu1Mn2/Fe-Sep.展开更多
The effect of intergranular precipitation on the internal oxidation behavior of Cr–Mn–N austenitic steels at 1000 °C in dry air atmosphere was investigated using scanning electron microscope, transmission elect...The effect of intergranular precipitation on the internal oxidation behavior of Cr–Mn–N austenitic steels at 1000 °C in dry air atmosphere was investigated using scanning electron microscope, transmission electron microscope, and X-ray diffraction analysis. The results show that intergranular M23C6 carbide morphologies play an important role on the internal oxidation behavior of Cr–Mn–N steels. During the period of the oxidation, both discontinuous chain-shaped and continuous film-shaped intergranular M23C6 carbides precipitated along the grain boundaries. Internal oxides of silica preferentially intruded into the matrix along grain boundaries with discontinuous M23C6 carbide particles, while silica was obviously restricted at the interfaces between the external scale and matrix on the occasion of continuous film-shaped M23C6 carbides. It is seemed that reasonable microstructure could improve the oxidation resistance of Cr–Mn–N steels.展开更多
A cost-effective and sustainable noble-metal free catalyst system based on ubiquitously available Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides was served as efficient catalysts for furfural selective oxidation to furancarboxylic acid(FA)....A cost-effective and sustainable noble-metal free catalyst system based on ubiquitously available Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides was served as efficient catalysts for furfural selective oxidation to furancarboxylic acid(FA). Interestingly, Mn_(2)Cu_(1)O_(x)exhibited an excellent furfural conversion of 99% with quantitative selectivity toward FA. Especially, we demonstrate the significant weakening of the Mn-O bonds with the incorporation of CuO into the Mn-Cu oxides, resulting in an improved OLreactivity of Mn_(2)Cu_(1)O_(x), which brings about a higher catalytic activity for furfural oxidation. More importantly, Mn_(2)Cu_(1)O_(x)could exhibit YFA>90% over 5 cycles of reusability test. Through this study, the relationship between the morphology, surface chemistry, and catalytic activity of Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides are elucidated, providing a simple and environmentally friendly catalytic strategy and scientific basis for the development of Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides bioderived molecular aerobic oxidation materials.展开更多
Antimony(Sb)is a toxic and carcinogenic element that often enters soil in the form of antimony trioxide(Sb_(2)O_(3))and coexists with manganese(Mn)in weakly alkaline conditions.Mn oxides such as birnessite have been f...Antimony(Sb)is a toxic and carcinogenic element that often enters soil in the form of antimony trioxide(Sb_(2)O_(3))and coexists with manganese(Mn)in weakly alkaline conditions.Mn oxides such as birnessite have been found to promote the oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3),but few researches concerned the co-transformations of Sb_(2)O_(3) and Mn(II)in environment.This study investigated themutual effect of abiotic oxidation of Mn(II)and the coupled oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3).The influencing factors,such as Mn(II)concentrations,pH and oxygen were also discussed.Furthermore,their co-transformed mechanism was also explored based on the analysis of Mn(II)oxidation products with or without Sb_(2)O_(3) using XRD,SEM and XPS.The results showed that the oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3) was enhanced under higher pH and higher Mn(II)loadings.With a lower Mn(II)concentration such as 0.01 mmol/L Mn(II)at pH 9.0,the improved dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3) was attributed to the generation of dissolved intermediate Mn(III)species with strong oxidation capacity.However,under higher Mn(II)concentrations,both amorphous Mn(III)oxides and intermediate Mn(III)species were responsible for promoting the oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3).Most released Sb(∼72%)was immobilized by Mn oxides and Sb(V)was dominant in the adsorbed and dissolved total Sb.Meanwhile,the presence of Sb_(2)O_(3) not only inhibited the removal of Mn(II)by reducing Mn(III)to Mn(II)but also affected the final products of Mn oxides.For example,amorphous Mn oxides were formed instead of crystalline Mn(III)oxides,such as MnOOH.Furthermore,rhodochrosite(MnCO_(3))was formed with the high Mn(II)/Sb_(2)O_(3) ratio,but without being observed in the low Mn(II)/Sb_(2)O_(3) ratio.The results of study could help provide more understanding about the fate of Sb in the environment and the redox transformation of Mn.展开更多
Kinetics of oxygen adsorption on single crystal Mn<sub>5</sub>Si<sub>3</sub> (111) surface and initial surface oxidation were investigated. Oxygen chemisorbs dissociatively at room temperatur...Kinetics of oxygen adsorption on single crystal Mn<sub>5</sub>Si<sub>3</sub> (111) surface and initial surface oxidation were investigated. Oxygen chemisorbs dissociatively at room temperature on Mn and Si atoms. A fast oxidation of Si atoms occurs followed by oxidation of Mn atoms at RT. The MnO<sub>2</sub> was reduced by Si atoms and the SiO was oxidized further to SiO<sub>2</sub> during the sample heating.展开更多
Two strains of Fe/Mn oxidizing bacteria tolerant to high concentrations of multiple heavy metal(loid)s and efficient decontamination for them were screened.The surface of the bio-Fe/Mn oxides produced by the oxidation...Two strains of Fe/Mn oxidizing bacteria tolerant to high concentrations of multiple heavy metal(loid)s and efficient decontamination for them were screened.The surface of the bio-Fe/Mn oxides produced by the oxidation of Fe(II)and Mn(II)by Pseudomonas taiwanensis(marked as P4)and Pseudomonas plecoglossicida(marked as G1)contains rich reactive oxygen functional groups,which play critical roles in the removal efficiency and immobilization of heavymetal(loid)s in co-contamination system.The isolated strains P4 and G1 can growwell in the following environments:pH 5-9,NaCl 0-4%,and temperature 20-30℃.The removal efficiencies of Fe,Pb,As,Zn,Cd,Cu,and Mn are effective after inoculation of the strains P4 and G1 in the simulated water system(the initial concentrations of heavy metal(loid)were 1 mg/L),approximately reaching 96%,92%,85%,67%,70%,54%and 15%,respectively.The exchangeable and carbonate bound As,Cd,Pb and Cu are more inclined to convert to the Fe-Mn oxide bound fractions in P4 and G1 treated soil,thereby reducing the phytoavailability and bioaccessible of heavy metal(loid)s.This research provides alternatives method to treat water and soil containing high concentrations of multi-heavy metal(loid)s.展开更多
The biotreatment of mine drainage containing dissolved manganese(Mn)using Mn(II)-oxidizing bacteria is challenging.Sequencing-batch(SBRs)and continuous-flow reactors(CFRs)packed with limestones and inoculated with the...The biotreatment of mine drainage containing dissolved manganese(Mn)using Mn(II)-oxidizing bacteria is challenging.Sequencing-batch(SBRs)and continuous-flow reactors(CFRs)packed with limestones and inoculated with the mine-drainage microbial communitywere compared to determine the removal efficiency of Mn(II)from mine drainage.Mn(II)removal in CFRs was 11.4%±0.0%(mean±standard deviation)in the first two weeks and;it slightly increased to 13.6%±0.0%after four weeks,and more than 94%of Mn(II)was removed under the steady-state treatment phase.The performance of SBRs was more effective,wherein 24.4%±0.1%of Mn was removed in the first two weeks,and in four weeks,surpassed 66.6%±0.2%.Rapid Mn(II)removal observed in the start-up of SBR resulted from higher microbial metabolic activities.The adenosine triphosphate(ATP)content of the microbial community was four-fold more than in CFR,but comparable during the steady-state phase.The Mn-oxide deposits occurring in the SBR and CFR at steady-state were mixed phases of birnessite and woodruffite,and the average Mn oxidation valence in the SBR(+3.73)was slightly higher than that in the CFR(+3.54).During the start-up treatment,the closest relatives of Methyloversatilis,Methylibium,and Curvibacter dominated the SBR,whereas putative Mn oxidizers were associated with Hyphomicrobium,Pedobacter,Pedomicrobium,Terricaulis sp.,Sulfuritalea,and Terrimonas organisms.The growth of potential Mnoxidizing genera,including Mesorhizobium,Rhodococcus,Hydrogenophaga,Terricaulis sp.,and‘Candidatus Manganitrophus-noduliformans’was observed under the steady state.The SBR operation was effective as a prior start-up treatment for mine drainage-containing Mn(II),through which the CFR performed well as posterior bio-treatment.展开更多
Biogenic manganese oxides (BioMnOx) were synthesized by the oxidation of Mn(II) with Mn- oxidizing bacteria Pseudomonas sp. G7 under different initial pH values and Mn(II) dosages, and were characterized by X-ra...Biogenic manganese oxides (BioMnOx) were synthesized by the oxidation of Mn(II) with Mn- oxidizing bacteria Pseudomonas sp. G7 under different initial pH values and Mn(II) dosages, and were characterized by X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy. The crystal structure and Mn oxidation states of BioMnOx depended on the initial pH and Mn(lI) dosages of the medium. The superoxide radical (O2) was observed in Mn-containing (III/IV) BioMnOx suspensions by electron spin resonance measurements. BioMnOx(0.4)-7, with mixed valence of Mn(II/III/IV) and the strongest O^- signals, was prepared in the initial pH 7 and Mn(II) dosage of 0.4 mmol/L condition, and exhibited the highest activity for ciproftoxacin degradation and no Mn(II) release. During the degradation of ciprofloxacin, the oxidation of the Mn(II) formed came from biotic and abiotic reactions in BioMnOx suspensions on the basis of the Mn(II) release and O2- formation from different BioMnOx. The degradation process of ciprofloxacin was shown to involve the cleavage of the hexatomic ring having a secondary amine and carbon-carbon double bond connected to a carboxyl group, producing several compounds containing amine groups as well as small organic acids.展开更多
Oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by three types of manganese oxides and the effects ofpH, ion strength and tartaric acid on the oxidation were investigated by means of chemical analysis, equilibrium redox, X-ray diffraction (XR...Oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by three types of manganese oxides and the effects ofpH, ion strength and tartaric acid on the oxidation were investigated by means of chemical analysis, equilibrium redox, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Three synthesized Mn oxide minerals, bimessite, cryptomelane, and hausmannite, which widely occur in soil and sediments, could actively oxidize As(Ⅲ) to As(Ⅴ). However, their ability in As(Ⅲ)-oxidation varied greatly depending on their structure, composition and surface properties. Tunnel structured cryptomelane exhibited the highest ability of As (Ⅲ) oxidation, followed by the layer structured birnessite and the lower oxide hausmannite. The maximum amount of As (Ⅴ) produced by the oxidation was in the order (mmol/kg) of cryptomelane (824.2) 〉 bimessite (480.4) 〉 hausmannite (117.9), As pH increased from the very low value(pH 2.5), the amount of As(Ⅲ) oxidized by the tested Mn oxides was firstly decreased, then negatively peaked in pH 3.0 6.5, and eventually increased remarkably. Oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by the Mn oxides had a buffering effects on the pH variation in the solution. It is proposed that the oxidative reaction processes between As (Ⅲ) and biruessite(or cryptomelane) are as follows: (1) at lower pH condition: (MnO2)x+ H3AsO3 + 0.5H^+=0.5H2AsO4^- + 0.5HAsO4^2- +Mn〉^2+ (MnO2)x-1 + H2O; (2) at higher pH condition: (MnO2)x + H3AsO3 = 0.5H2AsO4^- + 0.5HAsO4^2- + 1.5H^+ + (MnO2)x-1. MnO. With increase of ion strength, the As(Ⅲ) oxidized by bimessite and cryptomelane decreased and was negatively correlated with ion strength. However, ion strength had little influence on As (Ⅲ) oxidation by the hausmarmite. The presence of tartaric acid promoted oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by birnessite. As for cryptomelane and hansmannite, the same effect was observed when the concentration of tartaric acid was below 4 mmol/L, otherwise the oxidized As(Ⅲ) decreased. These findings are of great significance in improving our understanding of As geochemical cycling and controlling As contamination.展开更多
Disposal of chromium (Cr) hexavalent form, Cr(Ⅵ), in soils as additions in organic fertilizers, liming materials or plant nutrient sources can be dangerous since Cr(Ⅵ) can be highly toxic to plants, animals, a...Disposal of chromium (Cr) hexavalent form, Cr(Ⅵ), in soils as additions in organic fertilizers, liming materials or plant nutrient sources can be dangerous since Cr(Ⅵ) can be highly toxic to plants, animals, and humans. In order to explore soil conditions that lead to Cr(Ⅵ) generation, this study were performed using a Paleudult (Dystic Nitosol) from a region that has a high concentration of tannery operations in the Rio Crande do Sul State, southern Brazil. Three laboratory incubation experiments were carried out to examine the influences of soil moisture content and concentration of cobalt and organic matter additions on soil Cr(Ⅵ) formation and release and manganese (Mn) oxide reduction with a salt of chromium chloride (CrCl3) and tannery sludge as inorganic and organic sources of Cr(Ⅲ), respectively. The amount of Cr(Ⅲ) oxidation depended on the concentration of easily reducible Mn oxides and the oxidation was more intense at the soil water contents in which Mn(Ⅲ/Ⅳ) oxides were more stable. Soluble organic compounds in soil decreased Cr(Ⅵ) formation due to Cr(Ⅲ) complexation. This mechanism also resulted in the decrease in the oxidation of Cr(Ⅲ) due to the tannery sludge additions. Chromium(Ⅲ) oxidation to Cr(Ⅵ) at the solid/solution interface involved the following mechanisms: the formation of a precursor complex on manganese (Mn) oxide surfaces, followed by electron transfer from Cr(Ⅲ) to Mn(Ⅲ or Ⅳ), the formation of a successor complex with Mn(Ⅱ) and Cr(Ⅵ), and the breakdown of the successor complex and release of Mn(Ⅱ) and Cr(Ⅵ) into the soil solution.展开更多
Oxidation of As^Ⅲ by three types of manganese oxide minerals affected by goethite was investigated by chemical analysis, equilibrium redox, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Thre...Oxidation of As^Ⅲ by three types of manganese oxide minerals affected by goethite was investigated by chemical analysis, equilibrium redox, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Three synthesized Mn oxide minerals of different types, birnessite, todorokite, and hausmannite, could actively oxidize As^Ⅲ to Asv, and greatly varied in their oxidation ability. Layer structured birnessite exhibited the highest capacity of As^Ⅲ oxidation, followed by the tunnel structured todorokite. Lower oxide hansmannite possessed much low capacity of As^Ⅲ oxidation, and released more Mn^2+ than birnessite and todorokite during the oxidation. The maximum amount of Asv produced during the oxidation of As^Ⅲ by Mn oxide minerals was in the order: birnessite (480.4 mmol/kg) 〉 todorokite (279.6 mmol/kg) 〉 hansmannite (117.9 mmol/kg). The oxidation capacity of the Mn oxide minerals was found to be relative to the composition, crystallinity, and surface properties. In the presence of goethite oxidation of As^Ⅲ by Mn oxide minerals increased, with maximum amounts of Asv being 651.0 mmol/kg for birnessite, 332.3 mmol/kg for todorokite and 159.4 mmol/kg for hansmannite. Goethite promoted As^Ⅲ oxidation on the surface of Mn oxide minerals through adsorption of the Asv produced, incurring the decrease of Asv concentration in solutions. Thus, the combined effects of the oxidation (by Mn oxide minerals)-adsorption (by goethite) lead to rapid oxidation and immobilization of As in soils and sediments and alleviation of the As^Ⅲ toxicity in the environments.展开更多
Considering the different geochemical enrichment behaviors of W and Mo,Fe?Mn binary oxide(FMBO),ferric hydroxide(Fe(OH)3)and manganese dioxide(MnO2)were studied to separate W from molybdate solution,respectively.The e...Considering the different geochemical enrichment behaviors of W and Mo,Fe?Mn binary oxide(FMBO),ferric hydroxide(Fe(OH)3)and manganese dioxide(MnO2)were studied to separate W from molybdate solution,respectively.The experimental results demonstrated that Fe?Mn binary oxide(FMBO)was the most suitable adsorbent for the separation.Under a wide pH(6.9?11.3)region,more than80%W removal efficiency and less than3%Mo loss could be obtained.In addition,the Fe?Mn binary oxide adsorbent can be regenerated by treating with3mol/L NaOH,and the W adsorption efficiency was retained after five adsorption?desorption?regeneration cycles.All these indicate that the Fe?Mn binary oxides have the potential for the separation of W from molybdate solution.展开更多
The combined pollution of heavy metals is ubiquitous worldwide.Mn/Al-layered double oxide-loaded crab shells biochar (LDO/BC) was prepared,so as to remediate the combined pollution of Cd and Cu in soil and water.The p...The combined pollution of heavy metals is ubiquitous worldwide.Mn/Al-layered double oxide-loaded crab shells biochar (LDO/BC) was prepared,so as to remediate the combined pollution of Cd and Cu in soil and water.The pristine and used LDO/BC were characterized and the results revealed that the layered double oxide was successfully loaded on crab shells biochar (BC) and metal element Ca in crab shells was beneficial to the formation of more regular layered and flake structure.The maximal adsorption capacity (Qm) of LDO/BC for aqueous Cu^(2+)and Cd^(2+)was 66.23 and 73.47 mg/g,respectively.LDO/BC and BC were used to remediate e-waste-contaminated soil for the first time and exhibited highly efficient performance.The extraction amount of Cu and Cd in the contaminated soil by diethylene triamine penta-acetic acid (DTPA) after treating with 5% LDO/BC was significantly reduced from 819.84 to 205.95 mg/kg (with passivation rate 74.8%) and 8.46 to 4.16 mg/kg(with passivation rate 50.8%),respectively,inferring that the bioavailability of heavy metals declined remarkably.The experimental result also suggested that after remediation by LDO/BC the exchangeable and weak acid soluble Cu and Cd in soil translated to reducible,residual and oxidizable fraction which are more stable state.Precipitation,complexation and ion exchange were proposed as the possible mechanisms for Cd and Cu removal.In general,these experiment results indicate that LDO/BC can be a potentially effective reagent for remediation of heavy metal contaminated water and soil.展开更多
Artificial neural network(ANN) and full factorial design assisted atrazine(AT) multiple regression adsorption model(AT-MRAM) were developed to analyze the adsorption capability of the main components in the surf...Artificial neural network(ANN) and full factorial design assisted atrazine(AT) multiple regression adsorption model(AT-MRAM) were developed to analyze the adsorption capability of the main components in the surficial sediments(SSs). Artificial neural network was used to build a model(the determination coefficient square r2 is 0.9977) to describe the process of atrazine adsorption onto SSs, and then to predict responses of the full factorial design. Based on the results of the full factorial design, the interactions of the main components in SSs on AT adsorption were investigated through the analysis of variance(ANOVA), F-test and t-test. The adsorption capability of the main components in SSs for AT was calculated via a multiple regression adsorption model(MRAM). The results show that the greatest contribution to the adsorption of AT on a molar basis was attributed to Fe/Mn(–1.993 μmol/mol). Organic materials(OMs) and Fe oxides in SSs are the important adsorption sites for AT, and the adsorption capabilities are 1.944 and 0.418 μmol/mol, respectively. The interaction among the non-residual components(Fe, Mn oxides and OMs) in SSs interferes in the adsorption of AT that shouldn’t be neglected, revealing the significant contribution of the interaction among non-residual components to controlling the behavior of AT in aquatic environments.展开更多
Li and Mn rich(LMR)layered oxides,written as xLi_(2) MnO_(3)·(1-x)LiMO_(2)(M=Mn,Ni,Co,Fe,etc.),have been widely reported in recent years due to their high capacity and high energy density.The stable structure and...Li and Mn rich(LMR)layered oxides,written as xLi_(2) MnO_(3)·(1-x)LiMO_(2)(M=Mn,Ni,Co,Fe,etc.),have been widely reported in recent years due to their high capacity and high energy density.The stable structure and superior performance of LMR oxides make them one of the most promising candidates for the next-generation cathode materials.However,the commercialization of these materials is hindered by several drawbacks,such as low initial Coulombic efficiency,the degradation of voltage and capacity during cycling,and poor rate performance.This review summarizes research progress in solving these concerns of LMR cathodes over the past decade by following three classes of strategies:morphology design,bulk design,and surface modification.We elaborate on the processing procedures,electrochemical performance,mechanisms,and limitations of each approach,and finally put forward the concerns left and the possible solutions for the commercialization of LMR cathodes.展开更多
Ferrihydrite is an important sink for the toxic heavy metal ions, such as Cr(Ⅵ). As ferrihydrite is thermodynamically unstable and gradually transforms into hematite and goethite, the stability of Cr(Ⅵ)-adsorbed fer...Ferrihydrite is an important sink for the toxic heavy metal ions, such as Cr(Ⅵ). As ferrihydrite is thermodynamically unstable and gradually transforms into hematite and goethite, the stability of Cr(Ⅵ)-adsorbed ferrihydrite is environmentally significant. This study investigated the phase transformation of Cr(Ⅵ)-adsorbed ferrihydrite at different pH in the presence of aqueous Mn(Ⅱ), as well as the fate of Mn(Ⅱ) and Cr(Ⅵ) in the transformation process of ferrihydrite. Among the ferrihydrite transformation products, hematite was dominant, and goethite was minor. The pre-adsorbed Cr(Ⅵ) inhibited the conversion of ferrihydrite to goethite at initial pH 3.0, whereas little amount of adsorbed Mn(Ⅱ) favored the formation of goethite at initial pH 7.0. After the aging process, Cr species in solid phase existed primarily as Cr(Ⅲ) in the presence of Mn(Ⅱ) at initial pH 7.0 and 11.0. The aqueous Mn concentration was predominantly unchanged at initial pH 3.0, whereas the aqueous Mn(Ⅱ) was adsorbed onto ferrihydrite or form Mn(OH)_(2) precipitates at initial pH 7.0 and 11.0, promoting the immobilization of Cr(Ⅵ). Moreover, the oxidation of Mn(Ⅱ) occurred at initial pH 7.0 and 11.0, forming Mn(Ⅲ/Ⅳ)(hydr)oxides.展开更多
Hausmannite is a common low valence Mn oxide mineral,with a distorted spinel structure,in surficial sediments.Although natural Mn oxides often contain various impurities of transitional metals(TMs),few studies have ad...Hausmannite is a common low valence Mn oxide mineral,with a distorted spinel structure,in surficial sediments.Although natural Mn oxides often contain various impurities of transitional metals(TMs),few studies have addressed the effect and related mechanism of TM doping on the reactivity of hausmannite with metal pollutants.Here,the reactivity of cobalt(Co)doped hausmannite with aqueous As(Ⅲ)and As(Ⅴ)was studied.Co doping decreased the point of zero charge of hausmannite and its adsorption capacity for As(Ⅴ).Despite a reduction of the initial As(Ⅲ)oxidation rate,Co-doped hausmannite could effectively oxidize As(Ⅲ)to As(Ⅴ),followed by the adsorption and fixation of a large amount of As(Ⅴ)on the mineral surface.Arsenic K-edge EXAFS analysis of the samples after As(Ⅴ)adsorption and As(Ⅲ)oxidation revealed that only As(Ⅴ)was adsorbed on the mineral surface,with an average As-Mn distance of 3.25–3.30 A,indicating the formation of bidentate binuclear complexes.These results provide new insights into the interaction mechanism between TMs and low valence Mn oxides and their effect on the geochemical behaviors of metal pollutants.展开更多
Bisphenol A(BPA)is a pervasive endocrine disruptor that enters the environment through anthropogenic activities,posing significant risks to ecosystems and human health.Advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)are promising m...Bisphenol A(BPA)is a pervasive endocrine disruptor that enters the environment through anthropogenic activities,posing significant risks to ecosystems and human health.Advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)are promising methods for the removal of organic microcontaminants in the environment.Biogenic manganese oxides(BMO)are reported as catalysts due to their transitionmetal nature,and are also readily generated bymanganeseoxidizing microorganisms in the natural environment,and therefore their roles and effects in AOPs-based environmental remediation should be investigated.However,biogenic ironmanganese oxides(BFMO)are actually generated rather than BMO due to the coexistence of ferrous ionswhich can be oxidized to iron oxides.Therefore,this study produced BFMO originating from a highly efficientmanganese-oxidizing fungus Cladosporium sp.XM01 and chose peroxymonosulfate(PMS)as a typical oxidant for the degradation of bisphenol A(BPA),a model organic micropollutant.Characterization results indicate that the formed BFMO was amorphouswith a lowcrystallinity.The BFMO/PMS system achieved a high degradation performance that 85%BPA was rapidly degraded within 60min,and therefore the contribution of BFMO cannot be ignored during PMS-based environmental remediation.Different from the findings of previous studies(mostly radicals and singlet oxygen),the degradationmechanism was first proven as a 100%electron-transfer pathway mediated by high-valence Mn under acidic conditions provided by PMS.The findings of this study provide new insights into the degradation mechanisms of pollutants using biogenic metal oxides in PMS activation and the contribution of their coexistence in AOPs-based environmental remediation.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42207309 and 22306087)the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(Nos.2022JJ40369 and 2023JJ40547)the Program for Education Department of Hunan Province,China(No.21B0405).
文摘The abiotic oxidation of divalentmanganese(Mn(Ⅱ))and the formation of Mn oxides are important geochemical processes,which control the mobility and availability of Mn as well as element cycling and pollutant behavior in soils.It was found that iron(oxyhydr)oxides can catalyze Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation,but the effects of the coexisting dissolved organic matter(DOM)molecules on the catalysis of different iron(oxyhydr)oxides for Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation are poorly understood.Herein,we investigated Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation under the impacts of the interactions between iron(oxyhydr)oxides(i.e.,ferrihydrite,goethite and hematite)and DOM molecules.Simultaneously,we elucidated the variations of DOM composition and properties.Our results indicated that the catalysis of iron(oxyhydr)oxides for Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation was significantly inhibited by DOM.Moreover,DOM had less inhibiting effect on the catalysis of ferrihydrite for Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation and the formation of Mn oxides(e.g.,hausmannite and buserite)relative to goethite and hematite,whichwas partially because of the higher electron transfer capacities of ferrihydrite.Meanwhile,DOM molecules with high nominal oxidation state of carbon(NOSC),molecular weight,unsaturation and aromaticity were selectively adsorbed and oxidized by Mn oxides,including the oxygenated phenols and polyphenols.The newly formed molecules mainly belonged to phenols depleted of oxygen and aliphatics.Furthermore,NOSC was a key molecular characteristic for controlling DOM composition during DOM adsorption and oxidation by Mn oxides when iron minerals were present.Overall,our research contributes to understanding Mn(Ⅱ)oxidation mechanisms under heterogeneous systems and behaviors of DOM molecules in the environment.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51290282,51578537,51420105012)the National Water Pollution Control and Treatment Science and Technology Major Project(No.2014ZX07405003)
文摘Antimony(Sb), which can be toxic at relatively low concentrations, may co-exist with Mn(Ⅱ)and/or Fe(Ⅱ) in some groundwater and surface water bodies. Here we investigated the potential oxidation and adsorption pathways of Sb(Ⅲ and V) species in the presence of Mn(Ⅱ) and Mn-oxidizing bacteria, with or without Fe(Ⅱ). Batch experiments were conducted to determine the oxidation and adsorption characteristics of Sb species in the presence of biogenic Mn oxides(BMOs), which were formed in-situ via the oxidation of Mn(Ⅱ) by a Mn-oxidizing bacterium(Pseudomonas sp. QJX-1). Results indicated that Sb(Ⅲ) ions could be oxidized to Sb(V) ions by BMO, but only Sb(V) originating from Sb(Ⅲ) oxidation was adsorbed effectively by BMO. Introduced Fe(Ⅱ) was chemically oxidized to Fe OOH, the precipitates of which mixed with BMO to form a new compound, biogenic Fe–Mn oxides(BFMO). The BMO part of the BFMO mainly oxidized and the Fe OOH of the BFMO mainly adsorbed the Sb species. In aquatic solutions containing both As(Ⅲ) and Sb(Ⅲ), the BFMO that formed in-situ preferentially oxidized Sb over As but adsorbed As more efficiently. Chemical analysis and reverse transcription real-time polymerase chain reaction revealed that the presence of Fe(Ⅱ), As(Ⅲ) and Sb(Ⅲ) accelerated the oxidation of Mn(Ⅱ) but inhibited the activity of Mn-oxidizing bacteria. These results provide significant insights into the biogeochemical pathways of Sb, Mn(Ⅱ) in aquatic ecosystems, with or without Fe(Ⅱ).
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21277008,20777005)the Natural Science Foundation of Beijing(8082008)
文摘The Fe-modi fied sepiolite-supported Mn–Cu mixed oxide(Cux Mny/Fe-Sep) catalysts were prepared using the co-precipitation method.These materials were characterized by means of the XRD,N_2 adsorption–desorption,XPS,H_2-TPR,and O_2-TPD techniques,and their catalytic activities for CO and ethyl acetate oxidation were evaluated.The results show that catalytic activities of the Cux Mny/Fe-Sep samples were higher than those of the Cu1/Fe-Sep and Mn2/Fe-Sep samples,and the Mn/Cu molar ratio had a distinct in fluence on catalytic activity of the sample.Among the Cux Mny/Fe-Sep and Cu1Mn2/Sep samples,Cu1Mn2/Fe-Sep performed the best for CO and ethyl acetate oxidation,showing the highest reaction rate and the lowest T50 and T90 of 4.4×10^(-6) mmol·g-1·s-1,110,and 140 °C for CO oxidation,and 1.9×10^(-6) mmol·g-1·s-1,170,and210 °C for ethyl acetate oxidation,respectively.Moreover,the Cu1Mn2/Fe-Sep sample possessed the best lowtemperature reducibility and the lowest temperature of oxygen desorption as well as the highest surface Mn^(4+)/Mn^(3+) and Cu^(2+)/CuO atomic ratios.It is concluded that factors,such as the strong interaction between the Cu or Mn and the Fe-Sep support,good low-temperature reducibility,and good mobility of chemisorbed oxygen species,might account for the excellent catalytic activity of Cu1Mn2/Fe-Sep.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 51301175)
文摘The effect of intergranular precipitation on the internal oxidation behavior of Cr–Mn–N austenitic steels at 1000 °C in dry air atmosphere was investigated using scanning electron microscope, transmission electron microscope, and X-ray diffraction analysis. The results show that intergranular M23C6 carbide morphologies play an important role on the internal oxidation behavior of Cr–Mn–N steels. During the period of the oxidation, both discontinuous chain-shaped and continuous film-shaped intergranular M23C6 carbides precipitated along the grain boundaries. Internal oxides of silica preferentially intruded into the matrix along grain boundaries with discontinuous M23C6 carbide particles, while silica was obviously restricted at the interfaces between the external scale and matrix on the occasion of continuous film-shaped M23C6 carbides. It is seemed that reasonable microstructure could improve the oxidation resistance of Cr–Mn–N steels.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Fund of China (Nos. 21978246 and 21776234)。
文摘A cost-effective and sustainable noble-metal free catalyst system based on ubiquitously available Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides was served as efficient catalysts for furfural selective oxidation to furancarboxylic acid(FA). Interestingly, Mn_(2)Cu_(1)O_(x)exhibited an excellent furfural conversion of 99% with quantitative selectivity toward FA. Especially, we demonstrate the significant weakening of the Mn-O bonds with the incorporation of CuO into the Mn-Cu oxides, resulting in an improved OLreactivity of Mn_(2)Cu_(1)O_(x), which brings about a higher catalytic activity for furfural oxidation. More importantly, Mn_(2)Cu_(1)O_(x)could exhibit YFA>90% over 5 cycles of reusability test. Through this study, the relationship between the morphology, surface chemistry, and catalytic activity of Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides are elucidated, providing a simple and environmentally friendly catalytic strategy and scientific basis for the development of Mn-Cu bimetallic oxides bioderived molecular aerobic oxidation materials.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42077184,41772251 and 41521001)the National Key Research and Development Program(No.2018YFC1801700).
文摘Antimony(Sb)is a toxic and carcinogenic element that often enters soil in the form of antimony trioxide(Sb_(2)O_(3))and coexists with manganese(Mn)in weakly alkaline conditions.Mn oxides such as birnessite have been found to promote the oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3),but few researches concerned the co-transformations of Sb_(2)O_(3) and Mn(II)in environment.This study investigated themutual effect of abiotic oxidation of Mn(II)and the coupled oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3).The influencing factors,such as Mn(II)concentrations,pH and oxygen were also discussed.Furthermore,their co-transformed mechanism was also explored based on the analysis of Mn(II)oxidation products with or without Sb_(2)O_(3) using XRD,SEM and XPS.The results showed that the oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3) was enhanced under higher pH and higher Mn(II)loadings.With a lower Mn(II)concentration such as 0.01 mmol/L Mn(II)at pH 9.0,the improved dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3) was attributed to the generation of dissolved intermediate Mn(III)species with strong oxidation capacity.However,under higher Mn(II)concentrations,both amorphous Mn(III)oxides and intermediate Mn(III)species were responsible for promoting the oxidative dissolution of Sb_(2)O_(3).Most released Sb(∼72%)was immobilized by Mn oxides and Sb(V)was dominant in the adsorbed and dissolved total Sb.Meanwhile,the presence of Sb_(2)O_(3) not only inhibited the removal of Mn(II)by reducing Mn(III)to Mn(II)but also affected the final products of Mn oxides.For example,amorphous Mn oxides were formed instead of crystalline Mn(III)oxides,such as MnOOH.Furthermore,rhodochrosite(MnCO_(3))was formed with the high Mn(II)/Sb_(2)O_(3) ratio,but without being observed in the low Mn(II)/Sb_(2)O_(3) ratio.The results of study could help provide more understanding about the fate of Sb in the environment and the redox transformation of Mn.
文摘Kinetics of oxygen adsorption on single crystal Mn<sub>5</sub>Si<sub>3</sub> (111) surface and initial surface oxidation were investigated. Oxygen chemisorbs dissociatively at room temperature on Mn and Si atoms. A fast oxidation of Si atoms occurs followed by oxidation of Mn atoms at RT. The MnO<sub>2</sub> was reduced by Si atoms and the SiO was oxidized further to SiO<sub>2</sub> during the sample heating.
基金supported d by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2018YFC1802905).
文摘Two strains of Fe/Mn oxidizing bacteria tolerant to high concentrations of multiple heavy metal(loid)s and efficient decontamination for them were screened.The surface of the bio-Fe/Mn oxides produced by the oxidation of Fe(II)and Mn(II)by Pseudomonas taiwanensis(marked as P4)and Pseudomonas plecoglossicida(marked as G1)contains rich reactive oxygen functional groups,which play critical roles in the removal efficiency and immobilization of heavymetal(loid)s in co-contamination system.The isolated strains P4 and G1 can growwell in the following environments:pH 5-9,NaCl 0-4%,and temperature 20-30℃.The removal efficiencies of Fe,Pb,As,Zn,Cd,Cu,and Mn are effective after inoculation of the strains P4 and G1 in the simulated water system(the initial concentrations of heavy metal(loid)were 1 mg/L),approximately reaching 96%,92%,85%,67%,70%,54%and 15%,respectively.The exchangeable and carbonate bound As,Cd,Pb and Cu are more inclined to convert to the Fe-Mn oxide bound fractions in P4 and G1 treated soil,thereby reducing the phytoavailability and bioaccessible of heavy metal(loid)s.This research provides alternatives method to treat water and soil containing high concentrations of multi-heavy metal(loid)s.
基金funded by the JOGMEC Research Grant and JSPS KAKENHI(No.JP21H03636).
文摘The biotreatment of mine drainage containing dissolved manganese(Mn)using Mn(II)-oxidizing bacteria is challenging.Sequencing-batch(SBRs)and continuous-flow reactors(CFRs)packed with limestones and inoculated with the mine-drainage microbial communitywere compared to determine the removal efficiency of Mn(II)from mine drainage.Mn(II)removal in CFRs was 11.4%±0.0%(mean±standard deviation)in the first two weeks and;it slightly increased to 13.6%±0.0%after four weeks,and more than 94%of Mn(II)was removed under the steady-state treatment phase.The performance of SBRs was more effective,wherein 24.4%±0.1%of Mn was removed in the first two weeks,and in four weeks,surpassed 66.6%±0.2%.Rapid Mn(II)removal observed in the start-up of SBR resulted from higher microbial metabolic activities.The adenosine triphosphate(ATP)content of the microbial community was four-fold more than in CFR,but comparable during the steady-state phase.The Mn-oxide deposits occurring in the SBR and CFR at steady-state were mixed phases of birnessite and woodruffite,and the average Mn oxidation valence in the SBR(+3.73)was slightly higher than that in the CFR(+3.54).During the start-up treatment,the closest relatives of Methyloversatilis,Methylibium,and Curvibacter dominated the SBR,whereas putative Mn oxidizers were associated with Hyphomicrobium,Pedobacter,Pedomicrobium,Terricaulis sp.,Sulfuritalea,and Terrimonas organisms.The growth of potential Mnoxidizing genera,including Mesorhizobium,Rhodococcus,Hydrogenophaga,Terricaulis sp.,and‘Candidatus Manganitrophus-noduliformans’was observed under the steady state.The SBR operation was effective as a prior start-up treatment for mine drainage-containing Mn(II),through which the CFR performed well as posterior bio-treatment.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51138009,21125731,51221892)the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China(No.2012AA062606)the project of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.KZCX2-EW-410)
文摘Biogenic manganese oxides (BioMnOx) were synthesized by the oxidation of Mn(II) with Mn- oxidizing bacteria Pseudomonas sp. G7 under different initial pH values and Mn(II) dosages, and were characterized by X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy. The crystal structure and Mn oxidation states of BioMnOx depended on the initial pH and Mn(lI) dosages of the medium. The superoxide radical (O2) was observed in Mn-containing (III/IV) BioMnOx suspensions by electron spin resonance measurements. BioMnOx(0.4)-7, with mixed valence of Mn(II/III/IV) and the strongest O^- signals, was prepared in the initial pH 7 and Mn(II) dosage of 0.4 mmol/L condition, and exhibited the highest activity for ciproftoxacin degradation and no Mn(II) release. During the degradation of ciprofloxacin, the oxidation of the Mn(II) formed came from biotic and abiotic reactions in BioMnOx suspensions on the basis of the Mn(II) release and O2- formation from different BioMnOx. The degradation process of ciprofloxacin was shown to involve the cleavage of the hexatomic ring having a secondary amine and carbon-carbon double bond connected to a carboxyl group, producing several compounds containing amine groups as well as small organic acids.
文摘Oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by three types of manganese oxides and the effects ofpH, ion strength and tartaric acid on the oxidation were investigated by means of chemical analysis, equilibrium redox, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Three synthesized Mn oxide minerals, bimessite, cryptomelane, and hausmannite, which widely occur in soil and sediments, could actively oxidize As(Ⅲ) to As(Ⅴ). However, their ability in As(Ⅲ)-oxidation varied greatly depending on their structure, composition and surface properties. Tunnel structured cryptomelane exhibited the highest ability of As (Ⅲ) oxidation, followed by the layer structured birnessite and the lower oxide hausmannite. The maximum amount of As (Ⅴ) produced by the oxidation was in the order (mmol/kg) of cryptomelane (824.2) 〉 bimessite (480.4) 〉 hausmannite (117.9), As pH increased from the very low value(pH 2.5), the amount of As(Ⅲ) oxidized by the tested Mn oxides was firstly decreased, then negatively peaked in pH 3.0 6.5, and eventually increased remarkably. Oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by the Mn oxides had a buffering effects on the pH variation in the solution. It is proposed that the oxidative reaction processes between As (Ⅲ) and biruessite(or cryptomelane) are as follows: (1) at lower pH condition: (MnO2)x+ H3AsO3 + 0.5H^+=0.5H2AsO4^- + 0.5HAsO4^2- +Mn〉^2+ (MnO2)x-1 + H2O; (2) at higher pH condition: (MnO2)x + H3AsO3 = 0.5H2AsO4^- + 0.5HAsO4^2- + 1.5H^+ + (MnO2)x-1. MnO. With increase of ion strength, the As(Ⅲ) oxidized by bimessite and cryptomelane decreased and was negatively correlated with ion strength. However, ion strength had little influence on As (Ⅲ) oxidation by the hausmarmite. The presence of tartaric acid promoted oxidation of As(Ⅲ) by birnessite. As for cryptomelane and hansmannite, the same effect was observed when the concentration of tartaric acid was below 4 mmol/L, otherwise the oxidized As(Ⅲ) decreased. These findings are of great significance in improving our understanding of As geochemical cycling and controlling As contamination.
基金Supported by the Soil Testing Laboratory Project,Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul,Brazil.
文摘Disposal of chromium (Cr) hexavalent form, Cr(Ⅵ), in soils as additions in organic fertilizers, liming materials or plant nutrient sources can be dangerous since Cr(Ⅵ) can be highly toxic to plants, animals, and humans. In order to explore soil conditions that lead to Cr(Ⅵ) generation, this study were performed using a Paleudult (Dystic Nitosol) from a region that has a high concentration of tannery operations in the Rio Crande do Sul State, southern Brazil. Three laboratory incubation experiments were carried out to examine the influences of soil moisture content and concentration of cobalt and organic matter additions on soil Cr(Ⅵ) formation and release and manganese (Mn) oxide reduction with a salt of chromium chloride (CrCl3) and tannery sludge as inorganic and organic sources of Cr(Ⅲ), respectively. The amount of Cr(Ⅲ) oxidation depended on the concentration of easily reducible Mn oxides and the oxidation was more intense at the soil water contents in which Mn(Ⅲ/Ⅳ) oxides were more stable. Soluble organic compounds in soil decreased Cr(Ⅵ) formation due to Cr(Ⅲ) complexation. This mechanism also resulted in the decrease in the oxidation of Cr(Ⅲ) due to the tannery sludge additions. Chromium(Ⅲ) oxidation to Cr(Ⅵ) at the solid/solution interface involved the following mechanisms: the formation of a precursor complex on manganese (Mn) oxide surfaces, followed by electron transfer from Cr(Ⅲ) to Mn(Ⅲ or Ⅳ), the formation of a successor complex with Mn(Ⅱ) and Cr(Ⅵ), and the breakdown of the successor complex and release of Mn(Ⅱ) and Cr(Ⅵ) into the soil solution.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 40471070 and 40403009) the Key Project of the Ministry of Education of China (No. 105122) for financial supports to this research.
文摘Oxidation of As^Ⅲ by three types of manganese oxide minerals affected by goethite was investigated by chemical analysis, equilibrium redox, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Three synthesized Mn oxide minerals of different types, birnessite, todorokite, and hausmannite, could actively oxidize As^Ⅲ to Asv, and greatly varied in their oxidation ability. Layer structured birnessite exhibited the highest capacity of As^Ⅲ oxidation, followed by the tunnel structured todorokite. Lower oxide hansmannite possessed much low capacity of As^Ⅲ oxidation, and released more Mn^2+ than birnessite and todorokite during the oxidation. The maximum amount of Asv produced during the oxidation of As^Ⅲ by Mn oxide minerals was in the order: birnessite (480.4 mmol/kg) 〉 todorokite (279.6 mmol/kg) 〉 hansmannite (117.9 mmol/kg). The oxidation capacity of the Mn oxide minerals was found to be relative to the composition, crystallinity, and surface properties. In the presence of goethite oxidation of As^Ⅲ by Mn oxide minerals increased, with maximum amounts of Asv being 651.0 mmol/kg for birnessite, 332.3 mmol/kg for todorokite and 159.4 mmol/kg for hansmannite. Goethite promoted As^Ⅲ oxidation on the surface of Mn oxide minerals through adsorption of the Asv produced, incurring the decrease of Asv concentration in solutions. Thus, the combined effects of the oxidation (by Mn oxide minerals)-adsorption (by goethite) lead to rapid oxidation and immobilization of As in soils and sediments and alleviation of the As^Ⅲ toxicity in the environments.
基金Projects(51334008,51304243,51604160)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2016zzts037)supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China
文摘Considering the different geochemical enrichment behaviors of W and Mo,Fe?Mn binary oxide(FMBO),ferric hydroxide(Fe(OH)3)and manganese dioxide(MnO2)were studied to separate W from molybdate solution,respectively.The experimental results demonstrated that Fe?Mn binary oxide(FMBO)was the most suitable adsorbent for the separation.Under a wide pH(6.9?11.3)region,more than80%W removal efficiency and less than3%Mo loss could be obtained.In addition,the Fe?Mn binary oxide adsorbent can be regenerated by treating with3mol/L NaOH,and the W adsorption efficiency was retained after five adsorption?desorption?regeneration cycles.All these indicate that the Fe?Mn binary oxides have the potential for the separation of W from molybdate solution.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (No. 2018YFC1802800)the Local Innovation and Entrepreneurship Team Project of Guangdong Special Support Program (No. 2019BT02L218)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 41673091, U1501234)the Guangdong Science and Technology Program (No. 2020B121201003)。
文摘The combined pollution of heavy metals is ubiquitous worldwide.Mn/Al-layered double oxide-loaded crab shells biochar (LDO/BC) was prepared,so as to remediate the combined pollution of Cd and Cu in soil and water.The pristine and used LDO/BC were characterized and the results revealed that the layered double oxide was successfully loaded on crab shells biochar (BC) and metal element Ca in crab shells was beneficial to the formation of more regular layered and flake structure.The maximal adsorption capacity (Qm) of LDO/BC for aqueous Cu^(2+)and Cd^(2+)was 66.23 and 73.47 mg/g,respectively.LDO/BC and BC were used to remediate e-waste-contaminated soil for the first time and exhibited highly efficient performance.The extraction amount of Cu and Cd in the contaminated soil by diethylene triamine penta-acetic acid (DTPA) after treating with 5% LDO/BC was significantly reduced from 819.84 to 205.95 mg/kg (with passivation rate 74.8%) and 8.46 to 4.16 mg/kg(with passivation rate 50.8%),respectively,inferring that the bioavailability of heavy metals declined remarkably.The experimental result also suggested that after remediation by LDO/BC the exchangeable and weak acid soluble Cu and Cd in soil translated to reducible,residual and oxidizable fraction which are more stable state.Precipitation,complexation and ion exchange were proposed as the possible mechanisms for Cd and Cu removal.In general,these experiment results indicate that LDO/BC can be a potentially effective reagent for remediation of heavy metal contaminated water and soil.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.50879025)
文摘Artificial neural network(ANN) and full factorial design assisted atrazine(AT) multiple regression adsorption model(AT-MRAM) were developed to analyze the adsorption capability of the main components in the surficial sediments(SSs). Artificial neural network was used to build a model(the determination coefficient square r2 is 0.9977) to describe the process of atrazine adsorption onto SSs, and then to predict responses of the full factorial design. Based on the results of the full factorial design, the interactions of the main components in SSs on AT adsorption were investigated through the analysis of variance(ANOVA), F-test and t-test. The adsorption capability of the main components in SSs for AT was calculated via a multiple regression adsorption model(MRAM). The results show that the greatest contribution to the adsorption of AT on a molar basis was attributed to Fe/Mn(–1.993 μmol/mol). Organic materials(OMs) and Fe oxides in SSs are the important adsorption sites for AT, and the adsorption capabilities are 1.944 and 0.418 μmol/mol, respectively. The interaction among the non-residual components(Fe, Mn oxides and OMs) in SSs interferes in the adsorption of AT that shouldn’t be neglected, revealing the significant contribution of the interaction among non-residual components to controlling the behavior of AT in aquatic environments.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2016YFB0700600)the Soft Science Research Project of Guangdong Province(No.2017B030301013)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Research Grant(ZDSYS201707281026184)。
文摘Li and Mn rich(LMR)layered oxides,written as xLi_(2) MnO_(3)·(1-x)LiMO_(2)(M=Mn,Ni,Co,Fe,etc.),have been widely reported in recent years due to their high capacity and high energy density.The stable structure and superior performance of LMR oxides make them one of the most promising candidates for the next-generation cathode materials.However,the commercialization of these materials is hindered by several drawbacks,such as low initial Coulombic efficiency,the degradation of voltage and capacity during cycling,and poor rate performance.This review summarizes research progress in solving these concerns of LMR cathodes over the past decade by following three classes of strategies:morphology design,bulk design,and surface modification.We elaborate on the processing procedures,electrochemical performance,mechanisms,and limitations of each approach,and finally put forward the concerns left and the possible solutions for the commercialization of LMR cathodes.
基金This research was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51978174)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(No.2018A030313099).
文摘Ferrihydrite is an important sink for the toxic heavy metal ions, such as Cr(Ⅵ). As ferrihydrite is thermodynamically unstable and gradually transforms into hematite and goethite, the stability of Cr(Ⅵ)-adsorbed ferrihydrite is environmentally significant. This study investigated the phase transformation of Cr(Ⅵ)-adsorbed ferrihydrite at different pH in the presence of aqueous Mn(Ⅱ), as well as the fate of Mn(Ⅱ) and Cr(Ⅵ) in the transformation process of ferrihydrite. Among the ferrihydrite transformation products, hematite was dominant, and goethite was minor. The pre-adsorbed Cr(Ⅵ) inhibited the conversion of ferrihydrite to goethite at initial pH 3.0, whereas little amount of adsorbed Mn(Ⅱ) favored the formation of goethite at initial pH 7.0. After the aging process, Cr species in solid phase existed primarily as Cr(Ⅲ) in the presence of Mn(Ⅱ) at initial pH 7.0 and 11.0. The aqueous Mn concentration was predominantly unchanged at initial pH 3.0, whereas the aqueous Mn(Ⅱ) was adsorbed onto ferrihydrite or form Mn(OH)_(2) precipitates at initial pH 7.0 and 11.0, promoting the immobilization of Cr(Ⅵ). Moreover, the oxidation of Mn(Ⅱ) occurred at initial pH 7.0 and 11.0, forming Mn(Ⅲ/Ⅳ)(hydr)oxides.
基金supported by the Key science and Technology Projects of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.2019ZD001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42077015,41771267 and 41877030)+1 种基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2016YFD0800403)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.103-510320036)。
文摘Hausmannite is a common low valence Mn oxide mineral,with a distorted spinel structure,in surficial sediments.Although natural Mn oxides often contain various impurities of transitional metals(TMs),few studies have addressed the effect and related mechanism of TM doping on the reactivity of hausmannite with metal pollutants.Here,the reactivity of cobalt(Co)doped hausmannite with aqueous As(Ⅲ)and As(Ⅴ)was studied.Co doping decreased the point of zero charge of hausmannite and its adsorption capacity for As(Ⅴ).Despite a reduction of the initial As(Ⅲ)oxidation rate,Co-doped hausmannite could effectively oxidize As(Ⅲ)to As(Ⅴ),followed by the adsorption and fixation of a large amount of As(Ⅴ)on the mineral surface.Arsenic K-edge EXAFS analysis of the samples after As(Ⅴ)adsorption and As(Ⅲ)oxidation revealed that only As(Ⅴ)was adsorbed on the mineral surface,with an average As-Mn distance of 3.25–3.30 A,indicating the formation of bidentate binuclear complexes.These results provide new insights into the interaction mechanism between TMs and low valence Mn oxides and their effect on the geochemical behaviors of metal pollutants.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFC3200700)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52400010)+1 种基金the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(No.24ZR1472300)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Bisphenol A(BPA)is a pervasive endocrine disruptor that enters the environment through anthropogenic activities,posing significant risks to ecosystems and human health.Advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)are promising methods for the removal of organic microcontaminants in the environment.Biogenic manganese oxides(BMO)are reported as catalysts due to their transitionmetal nature,and are also readily generated bymanganeseoxidizing microorganisms in the natural environment,and therefore their roles and effects in AOPs-based environmental remediation should be investigated.However,biogenic ironmanganese oxides(BFMO)are actually generated rather than BMO due to the coexistence of ferrous ionswhich can be oxidized to iron oxides.Therefore,this study produced BFMO originating from a highly efficientmanganese-oxidizing fungus Cladosporium sp.XM01 and chose peroxymonosulfate(PMS)as a typical oxidant for the degradation of bisphenol A(BPA),a model organic micropollutant.Characterization results indicate that the formed BFMO was amorphouswith a lowcrystallinity.The BFMO/PMS system achieved a high degradation performance that 85%BPA was rapidly degraded within 60min,and therefore the contribution of BFMO cannot be ignored during PMS-based environmental remediation.Different from the findings of previous studies(mostly radicals and singlet oxygen),the degradationmechanism was first proven as a 100%electron-transfer pathway mediated by high-valence Mn under acidic conditions provided by PMS.The findings of this study provide new insights into the degradation mechanisms of pollutants using biogenic metal oxides in PMS activation and the contribution of their coexistence in AOPs-based environmental remediation.