Batch biological denitrification using Arundo donax, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and Gracilaria verrucosa as carbon source
Articles > Article · 2006
Authors: Bikem ÖVEZ
PROCESS BIOCHEMISTRY, Journal Indexed in SCI Expanded, International, 2006, vol 41, pp 1289-1295
DOI: 10.1016/j.procbio.2005.12.030
Summary
Different natural organic solid substances (NOSS) were examined as the carbon source for biological denitrification in batch reactors. Among the examined substances, Gracilaria verrucosa, liquorice, and giant reed gave positive response to denitrification and complete nitrate removal was achieved. Throughout the study, the effect of inoculum addition, pH, and carbon amount change on denitrification was also investigated. Results showed that best denitrification performance was achieved with G. verrucosa with the highest protein amount and its large surface area. (c) 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.