Phytoremediation: Using plant to remove heavy metal

Abstract

This book was written with the highest quality and the most up-to-date information from the recent research area. Insha’Allah, it can attract the interest of readers from all groups, whether students, industry, or government, via a professional writing style through the description of facts and good discussion. The content in this book is relevant and beneficial for referencing, especially for individuals who work directly in the wastewater treatment area. Hopefully, with some effort in sharing expertise and information, it can be utilised as a guide for people interested in utilising technology to its greatest potential. The book is divided into seven chapters that explore various aspects of heavy metal removal using plants. Chapter 1 introduces 12 the manufacturing industry, which, if managed effectively, can have a positive impact on the environment. Next, chapter 2 discusses water pollution caused by heavy metals. Additionally, the source, properties, and toxic effects of heavy metals were addressed. Several conventional remediation approaches for removing heavy metals are discussed at the end of the chapter. Chapter 3 describes phytoremediation as a method of water treatment. A list of phytoremediation strategies was provided, along with their function and target pollutants. Furthermore, a constructed wetland for the treatment of water contaminated with heavy metals was discussed. Chapter 4 discusses the removal of heavy metals in a constructed wetland microcosm. The performance of Ni removal using Alocasia puber was analysed and predicted. Moreover, the heavy metal content in plant tissue was assessed. Chapter 5 explains Alocasia puber as a phytoremediation plant. Several instruments were used to prove Alocasia puber's ability to remediate heavy metals. Chapter 6 details the process of establishing a constructed wetland system for phytoremediation. Lastly, chapter 7 summarises the process of phytoremediation’s challenges and prospects.