Interaction between Eu(III) and graphene oxide nanosheets investigated by batch and extended X-ray absorption fine structure spectroscopy and by modeling techniques.

The interaction mechanism between Eu(III) and graphene oxide nanosheets (GONS) was investigated by batch and extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) spectroscopy and by modeling techniques. The effects of pH, ionic strength, and temperature on Eu(III) adsorption on GONS were evaluated. The results indicated that ionic strength had no effect on Eu(III) adsorption on GONS. The maximum adsorption capacity of Eu(III) on GONS at pH 6.0 and T = 298 K was calculated to be 175.44 mg·g(-1), much higher than any currently reported. The thermodynamic parameters calculated from temperature-dependent adsorption isotherms suggested that Eu(III) adsorption on GONS was an endothermic and spontaneous process. Results of EXAFS spectral analysis indicated that Eu(III) was bound to ∼6-7 O atoms at a bond distance of ∼2.44 Å in the first coordination shell. The value of Eu-C bond distance confirmed the formation of inner-sphere surface complexes on GONS. Surface complexation modeling gave an excellent fit with the predominant mononuclear monodentate >SOEu(2+) and binuclear bidentate (>SO)(2)Eu(2)(OH)(2)(2+) complexes. This paper highlights the application of GONS as a suitable material for the preconcentration and removal of trivalent lanthanides and actinides from aqueous solutions in environmental pollution management.

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