Removal of Reactive Black 5 from Aqueous Solution using Banana Peel Ash as an Adsorbent

Abstract

In recent years, the dye industry has developed rapidly. The color associated with textile dyes not only taints water bodies but also prevents light from penetrating the water which negatively affects the entire aquatic biota. Among these textile dyes, Reactive Black 5 (RB5) has garnered significant attention due to its toxicity. This study explores the potential of mesoporous silica materials made from banana peel ash as an eco-friendly and cost-effective adsorbent for the removal of RB5 from aqueous solutions.