Table 7 Thermodynamic parameters (entropy, enthalpy as well as Gibbs free energy) corresponding to the adsorption process of PO43− onto BC at different temperatures; BC loading: 2 g/L, shaking speed: 150 rpm; and pH: 8.5.
Temperature (°C) | \(\Delta S^{^\circ }\)(kJ/mol) | \(\Delta H^{^\circ }\)(kJ/mol) | \(\Delta G^{^\circ }\)(kJ/mol) |
|---|---|---|---|
25 | 0.287 | 82.5 | − 3.17 |
35 | − 6.05 | ||
45 | − 8.92 |