Comparative performance of bone char-based filters for the removal of fluoride from drinking water
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posted on 2018-02-12, 15:08 authored by P.M. Mutheki, Lars Osterwalder, J. Kubai, L. Korir, E. Wanja, E. Wambui, T. Edosa, Richard B. Johnston, C. Annette JohnsonThere is a great need for effective, reliable and inexpensive filters for the removal of fluoride for the millions of people affected in low and middle-income countries. This paper compares field and laboratory performance of bone char (BC) filters and filters, known as contact precipitation (CP), based on a combination of bone char and calcium-phosphate pellets.
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MUTHEKI, P.M. ... et al, 2011. Comparative performance of bone char-based filters for the removal of fluoride from drinking water. IN: Shaw, R.J. (ed). The future of water, sanitation and hygiene in low-income countries - Innovation, adaptation and engagement in a changing world: Proceedings of the 35th WEDC International Conference, Loughborough, UK, 6-8 July 2011, 4p.p.Publisher
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