Mathematical Modeling using Full Factorial and Central Composite Design Approach for Heterogeneous Fenton Oxidation of Ponceau 4R Azo Dye
摘要
In this investigation, the degradation of Ponceau 4R (P4R) using an iron-modified dolomite (Fe-RD) was studied by heterogeneous Fenton oxidation. The incorporation of the iron led to a significant increase in the iron content, reaching a 5.3 wt%. The degradation efficiency was significantly affected by catalyst dosage, H2O2 concentration, temperature and initial dye concentration. The reaction kinetics was well described by the first-order model. The thermodynamic study revealed the endothermic nature of the process (∆H° = 56.84 kJ/mol).The calculated activation energy (Ea = 59.48 kJ/mol) revealed that the reaction rate was controlled by the surface reaction. A design of experiment (DoE) approach was adapted to find out the most adequate mathematical modelIn a first step, a full factorial design (FFD) followed by a central composite design (CCD). The total decolorization was achieved at the optimal reaction conditions (C0 = 46.4 mg/L, m 1.20 g/L, [H2O2] = 4.50 mM). After 5 consecutive cycles the catalyst preserved its activity (DE = 80% and COD = 7.5 mg O2/L). The iron leaching during the fifth cycle was less than 0.5 mg/L.