How Does Increased Surface Area Benefit Environmental Remediation?
Increased surface area is highly beneficial for environmental remediation. Nanoparticles can adsorb heavy metals, organic pollutants, and other contaminants from water and soil more efficiently than bulk materials. Their high surface area allows for greater interaction with pollutants, leading to more effective removal and detoxification processes. For example, nano-iron particles are used to remediate groundwater contaminated with chlorinated hydrocarbons.
