Exploration of a novel bifunctional Ethylenediamine tetra(methylenephosphonic acid) modified alginate-based polymer composite for efficient biodiesel synthesis and Pb (II) adsorption

Key Points

• Biodiesel synthesis efficiency increased significantly with the use of the novel polymer composite—demonstrating improved yields.
• The modified alginate-based composite exhibited enhanced Pb (II) adsorption capacities, outperforming traditional methods.
• Assessment involved analyzing the polymer's bifunctional capabilities in real-time biodiesel production and heavy metal removal processes.
• This highlights the potential for environmentally sustainable applications in biofuels and heavy metal filtration, needing further studies.