Remediation of oxytetracycline-contaminated aqueous solution utilizing functionalized coffee ground waste-derived activated carbon

Key Points

• Remediation of oxytetracycline in contaminated water reached 95% efficiency, indicating high potential for real-world applications.
• The study showed that functionalized activated carbon effectively adsorbs oxytetracycline, achieving impressive results in laboratory conditions.
• Assessment of adsorption characteristics revealed optimal conditions for effective oxytetracycline removal from aqueous solutions.
• Implication of these findings suggests a sustainable approach for managing pharmaceutical contaminants in water systems.