Comprehensive Analysis of Surface Morphology and Elemental Composition Changes in Bioadsorbents Before and After Cocoon Adsorption

Abstract

Adsorption processes have a wide range of applications in environmental science and materials research. Understanding the surface morphology and elemental composition of bioadsorbents is fundamental for assessing their effectiveness in these processes. In this study, we utilized advanced analytical techniques, including Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS), and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), to investigate the structural and chemical changes that occur in bioadsorbents before and after cocoon adsorption. Raily cocoon, Daba BV, and Daba TV were selected as model bioadsorbents for this comprehensive analysis. This research paper investigates the surface morphology and chemical composition changes in tasar cocoons, specifically Raily cocoon, Daba BV, and Daba TV, before and after the adsorption process. The analysis was conducted using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) to observe the morphological changes, and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS) to determine the elemental composition. Furthermore, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) was employed to identify functional groups in the tasar cocoon components. The results reveal significant surface modifications and elemental interactions, shedding light on the adsorption capacity of tasar cocoons.