Adsorbent modified constructed wetlands for advanced removal of bulk organics and heavy metals from municipal wastewater effluent

The modification of constructed wetlands with biochar, zeolite and activated carbon considerably enhances the removal of bulk organics, nutrients and heavy metals.

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