Effect of Copper Slag, Rice Husk Ash Mix with Geopolymer on Physico-Chemical Parameters at Various Incubation Period
摘要
In the current context, industrial waste disposal poses a significant challenge for countries worldwide. To address this issue, an experimental investigation was conducted to develop a composite material utilizing copper slag (CS), rice husk ash (RHA), and geopolymer as binders. Tank tests were conducted to collect leachate samples at various incubation periods. Four physico-chemical parameters were analyzed for the leachate samples at 3, 7, 14, and 28 days of incubation. These parameters included pH, temperature (°C), electrical conductivity (μS/cm), and total dissolved solids (mg/L). The “WTW” Profiline 3320 series digital multi-parameter portable meter was utilized to measure the pH, temperature, total dissolved solids (TDS), and electrical conductivity (EC) of the leachate solutions. The results revealed pH values ranging from 6.91 to 11.01, temperatures ranging from 24.20 to 30.20 °C, total dissolved solids ranging from 686 to 10,910 mg/L, and electrical conductivity ranging from 1.02 to 16.28 mS/cm. In conclusion, the analysis of these physico-chemical parameters provides insights into the nature of the leachate solutions, offering valuable information for waste management strategies and environmental monitoring efforts.