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Review: Effect of Material Characteristics, and Process Conditions in Reducing Gaseous Pollutants Using Fly Ash (FA)-Based Adsorbent Setya Wardhana, Budi; Hanum, Farrah Fadhillah; Mufrodi, Zahrul; Jamilatun, Siti
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 4 (2024): Sains Natural
Publisher : Universitas Nusa Bangsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i4.749

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The intensive use of fossil fuels has led to a significant increase in air pollution, which negatively affects human health and the environment. Fly ash (FA), a byproduct of coal combustion, has great potential as an adsorbent for hazardous gas pollutants due to its physical and chemical properties. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of fly ash as an adsorbent in reducing gas pollutants such as CO2, SO2, and NO2, as well as to examine the influence of temperature and material characteristics on adsorption capacity. The results indicate that the maximum adsorption capacity for each gas pollutant is achieved at different temperatures, fly ash demonstrating the highest performance at 150 °C for CO2 adsorption, achieving an efficiency of 94.7%. For SO2 and NO2, the optimum temperatures are 200 °C, with efficiencies of 72.17% and 100%, respectively. This study also emphasizes the importance of selecting the appropriate characteristics of the adsorbent material to enhance adsorption efficiency. This finding has the potential to support the development of more efficient and sustainable air pollution reduction technologies in the future, by utilizing industrial waste such as fly ash as an innovative solution.
KARAKTERISASI KOMPOSISI KIMIA DAN POTENSI PEMANFAATAN CAMPURAN TANAH GAMBUT KALIMANTAN TIMUR DENGAN FLY ASH DAN BOTTOM ASH UNTUK PERTANIAN Imran; Hanum, Farrah Fadhillah; Setya Wardhana, Budi; Eka Suharto, Totok; Vada Febriani, Annisa
Jurnal Crystal : Publikasi Penelitian Kimia dan Terapannya Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Penelitian Kimia 2024
Publisher : Program Studi Kimia, Fakultas MIPA, Universitas PGRI Banyuwangi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36526/jc.v6i2.4250

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The utilization of coal combustion waste, specifically fly ash and bottom ash, as a soil amendment offers an opportunity to enhance the fertility of peat soils in East Kalimantan, which typically have low levels of essential nutrients such as nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). This study aims to evaluate the impact of adding coal ash on peat soil's chemical composition and quality as a growing medium. The chemical composition analyzed includes alumina (Al₂O₃), silica (SiO₂), phosphorous anhydride (P₂O₅), iron(III) oxide (Fe₂O₃), and calcium oxide (CaO). X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) was used to determine changes in nutrient content. The results indicate that adding coal ash increases the levels of potassium (K) and silica (SiO₂), but decreases the levels of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P₂O₅). Additionally, adding coal ash affects soil pH, which impacts nutrient availability. These findings indicate that while coal ash can enhance soil enrichment with potassium and silica, its impact on nitrogen, and phosphorus must be carefully managed to optimize fertilization and promote healthy plant growth.
The Impact of Carbonization Temperature on The Quality of Empty Fruit Bunch Charcoal and Palm Kernel Charcoal for Co-Firing Application Febriani, Annisa Vada; Hanum, Farrah Fadhillah; Rahayu, Aster; Setya Wardhana, Budi; Firda Mahira Alfiata Chusna
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 15 No. 1 (2025): Sains Natural
Publisher : Universitas Nusa Bangsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v15i1.766

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Biomass is a renewable energy source that can be processed into charcoal through a carbonisation process, which depends on temperature to improve the quality of the charcoal produced.  This research focuses on the utilisation of Oil Palm Fronds (OPF) and Palm Kernel Shells (PKS) as biomass feedstock in an effort to produce an alternative fuel that can be used in the co-firing process with Low Rank Coal (LRC). This study heats palm fronds and shells at 300°C to 600°C, then measures moisture content, ash content, calorific value, and sulfur content. Based on the results, a temperature of 600°C was identified as the optimal condition for the OPF and PKS drying process. At this temperature, a significant decrease in moisture content is directly proportional to the increase in ash content and calorific value, indicating an improvement in fuel quality. The highest calorific values achieved were 6095.35 kcal/kg for OPF and 7364.81 kcal/kg for PKS. In addition, the sulphur content of the charred biomass is much lower than that of coal, which provides an advantage in terms of cleaner emissions. In comparison with LRC, the charred biomass showed better quality in terms of calorific value and lower sulphur content, despite the higher ash content of the biomass. OPF and PKS that have undergone the charring process offer a more environmentally friendly fuel alternative and have the potential to replace LRC in combustion applications, resulting in lower emissions. This study thus reinforces the potential of oil palm biomass as a promising renewable energy source.
Study on The Potential Contamination of Heavy Metals: Analysis of Cr and Pb Contents From Power Plants in Indonesia Using the Batch Leaching Method Hanum, Farrah Fadhillah; Salamah, Siti; Rifai Sanuhung, Ahmad; Setya Wardhana, Budi
Sains Natural: Journal of Biology and Chemistry Vol. 14 No. 1 (2024): Sains Natural
Publisher : Universitas Nusa Bangsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31938/jsn.v14i1.689

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Coal ash, stemming from the combustion process in power plants, emerges as a potential pollution source due to its metal content. Recognized for housing various metals with environmental contamination potential, this study meticulously delves into the metal analysis of chromium (Cr) and lead (Pb) within four distinct samples of fly ash (FA) and bottom ash (BA) sourced from diverse coal-fired power plants across Indonesia. Employing the batch leaching method, the coal ash samples (FABA) underwent a 6-hour immersion in deionized water, replicating environmental scenarios akin to rainwater interaction with coal ash at disposal sites. XRF analysis scrutinized the chemical composition of each sample, while the leaching filtrate underwent analysis via pH meter and AAS to ascertain pH values and the concentrations of Pb and Cr. Results unveiled a substantial pH variation in the leachate, fluctuating from the initial deionized water pH of 7.00 to a range between 6.86 and 9.18. Notably, subsequent leaching indicated undetectable concentrations of Pb in all samples, with most exhibiting low Cr concentrations post-leaching, except for FA-2, FA-4, and BA-4, which displayed modest Cr concentrations. The scarcity or low concentrations of Pb and Cr post-leaching suggest an efficacious process inhibiting heavy metal release. This study offers profound insights into the chemical intricacies of coal ash, underlining its potential environmental ramifications. The absence of detectable heavy metal concentrations post-leaching underscores a minimal risk of environmental pollution, underscoring the imperative to comprehend the chemical reactions intrinsic to the leaching process for optimal waste management strategies.