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Novel pre-treatment process enhances PFAs removal from drinking water - EurekAlert


The team's novel approach involves a pre-treatment process that significantly enhances the performance of existing GAC systems. By adding a chemical to the influent water that forms hydrophobic complexes with PFAS molecules, both short-chain and long-chain PFAS can be more effectively adsorbed onto the GAC surfaces. This process not only improves removal efficiency but also offers a cost-effective solution that can be readily implemented in existing water treatment facilities.

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