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Optimization and Analysis of a Slow-Release Permanganate Gel for Dilute DNAPL Plume Remediation in Groundwater

Pramik, Paige N.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1493742241376089

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2017, Master of Science (MS), Ohio University, Geological Sciences (Arts and Sciences).
Dense non-aqueous phase liquids (DNAPLs) are a major source of groundwater pollution that can cause disease or cancer. This study was aimed at characterizing gelation, spreading, and release dynamics of a slow-release permanganate gel (SRP-G) for use as a potential low-cost treatment of large, dilute DNAPL plumes in groundwater. It was hypothesized that (I) if a SRP-G solution contained a maximum amount of potassium permanganate (KMnO4) with a colloidal silica mixture of high-silica concentration the solution would provide a stronger gel and higher oxidant concentrations in porous media with flowing water and (II) if the initial temperature of the solution was moderately changed within 10-20°C of its original temperature, its initial viscosity would decrease and allow for low-pressure injection. Batch tests were employed to gain an understanding of temperature effects on SRP-G solutions containing an ideal mixture of 50/50, 40 wt.% ¿ 50 wt.% colloidal silica. Once temperature effects were understood, a small flow-tank test was conducted to monitor the migration and release of MnO4¿ . It was found that cooling the SRP-G solution to 4°C allowed the initial viscosity to remain low (<22 dPas) for extended periods of time (~70-100 min). The flow tank test showed that an optimized SRP-G solution containing 28 g/L of KMnO4 had a release duration up to 14.1 d, with MnO4¿ concentrations remaining above 850 µg/d for 10.4 d.
Eung Seok Lee, Dr. (Advisor)
Douglas Green, Dr. (Committee Member)
Guy Riefler, Dr. (Committee Member)
103 p.
Environmental Geology; Geology
Potassium Permanganate; DNAPL; TCE

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  • Pramik, P. N. (2017). Optimization and Analysis of a Slow-Release Permanganate Gel for Dilute DNAPL Plume Remediation in Groundwater [Master's thesis, Ohio University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1493742241376089

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Pramik, Paige. Optimization and Analysis of a Slow-Release Permanganate Gel for Dilute DNAPL Plume Remediation in Groundwater. 2017. Ohio University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1493742241376089.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Pramik, Paige. "Optimization and Analysis of a Slow-Release Permanganate Gel for Dilute DNAPL Plume Remediation in Groundwater." Master's thesis, Ohio University, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1493742241376089

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)

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