Polyamino Acids Derived From The Matrix Protein Of Oyster Shell As Dispersants And Flocculants In Water Treatment

Abstract

At present, non-biodegradable polymers that often are also toxic are used in many aspects of water treatment. Millions of tons of these polymers are discharged into streams, lakes, and the oceans annually. In the present research, more environmentally acceptable biopolymers are being evaluated for use in several aspects of water tre?.!clment, in particular dispersion and flocculation of particulate matter.