Carbon nanotubes: conventional and green methods of synthesis and adsorptive mitigation of pharmaceuticals from water

Key Points

• Effective adsorption of pharmaceuticals achieved using carbon nanotubes in various methods.
• Conventional and green synthesis methods compared, revealing diverse approaches for pollutant removal.
• Analysis examines the impact of carbon nanotube properties on adsorption efficiency for pharmaceutical contaminants.
• Potential for improved water treatment strategies using sustainable carbon nanotube synthesis methods.