This study investigates the effectiveness of electrokinetic remediation (EKR) with an intermittent power supply on soil contaminated with varying concentrations of chromium (Cr). Two soil types, designated as Soil A and Soil B, were analyzed to assess the impact of different remediation strategies.
RESULTS
Soil A, characterized by lower total Cr levels (1137 mg/kg), exhibited Cr (VI) removal rates exceeding 85%, peaking at 90.79% during the EK1 treatment (20 h on/4 h off). In contrast, Soil B, with significantly higher total Cr concentrations (6639 mg/kg), demonstrated a maximum Cr (VI) removal rate of approximately 80%. The study evaluated the influence of current, soil pH, and the three-dimensional distribution of total Cr, Cr (VI), and Cr (III). Energy consumption increased with longer power-off durations, while Soil B benefited from reduced energy usage and achieved nearly 10% higher Cr (VI) removal efficiency under specific conditions.
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