Experimental research on various slags as a potential adsorbent for the removal of sulfate from acid mine drainage

Acid mine drainage (AMD) containing highly concentrated sulfate in the wastewater has caused severe impacts to human health and the environment. Implementing an economical and efficient method for sulfate reduction by utilizing low-cost adsorbents presents a significant challenge. In this study, ferrous slag (FS) and carbon steel slag (CSS) obtained from a local steel factory were utilized as adsorbents to remove sulfate from AMD. The influences...