Activated Carbon
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CAS No. | 7440-44-0 |
Molecular Formula | C |
Molecular Weight | 12.01 g/mol |
Synonym | Activated charcoal |
Uses | It is used in a broad range of applications for both industrial and residential uses that include drinking water purification, ground and municipal water treatment, power plant and landfill gas emissions, and precious metal recovery. It is used in Compounds that cause unwanted taste, odor or color. It is used in Organic materials from decaying plants and other naturally-occurring contaminants. It is used to Remove unwanted compounds like hydrogen sulfide (H2S), siloxanes and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). It is used to Purify gas treatment liquids to reduce foaming and corrosion, increasing the efficiency of plant operations. As a major manufacturer of activated carbon specialized for the gold mining industry and precious metals recovery. It is used in Fruit juice - Decolorization and deodorization. It is used in Tea & Coffee - Decaffeination. It is used in Soft drinks - Sugar syrup decolorization. |