Abstract
The increasing environmental impact of livestock farming has prompted the urgent need for effective waste management strategies, particularly for the degradation of pollutants such as nitrogenous compounds and antibiotics. This study explores the enhanced photocatalytic degradation of livestock pollutants using a green-synthesized nanocomposite comprising Zinc Oxide(ZnO) and biogenic materials derived from agricultural waste. The nanocomposite was characterized using techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) to confirm its structural and morphological properties. Photocatalytic experiments were conducted under UV and visible light irradiation to evaluate the degradation efficiency of common livestock pollutants. Results indicate a significant increase in degradation rates when using the green-synthesized nanocomposite. Optimal conditions were identified, including pH, catalyst dosage, and pollutant concentration, which enhanced the overall photocatalytic activity. The study demonstrates that the green-synthesized nanocomposite not only provides an eco-friendly alternative for pollutant degradation but also offers a sustainable approach to waste management in livestock farming. These findings highlight the potential of utilizing biowaste materials for the development of efficient photocatalysts, contributing to environmental sustainability and reducing the ecological footprint of agricultural practices.
Presenters
Ayodele OlomiejaLecturing/Lecturer II, Chemistry, Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa, Ogun, Nigeria Hakeem Olanrewaju Bello
Senior Lecturer, Science Laboratory Technology, Ogun State Institute of Technology, Ogun, Nigeria Olubukola Olayemi Olomieja
Assistant Director of Nursing Services, Lagos State Health Service Commission, Orile-Agege General Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria
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Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
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KEYWORDS
NANOCOMPOSITES, LIVESTOCK POLLUTANTS, ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINTS, OPTIMAL CONDITIONS, MORPHOLOGICAL PROPERTIES, ANTIBIOTICS
