Organic Polymer Extracted from the Cactus (Cereus jamacaru)

The organic polymer extracted from the Mandacaru cactus (Cereus jamacaru) can be used to clarify water, due to its important role as an auxiliary to inorganic coagulants in the coagulation process. In order to make water treatment less expensive and more accessible in regions lacking in resources, there is a wide search for alternatives that can be used easily. The aim of this study was to verify the efficiency of the organic extract of the cactus (Cereus jamacaru) in removing the parameters turbidity, apparent color and series of solids after the process of coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation and filtration of water from a lentic system, as well as to evaluate its performance during variations in pH and electrical conductivity.

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Graduated in Environmental Control Technician (2013) and Bachelor in Environmental Engineering (2017) from the Federal Technological University of Paraná (UTFPR), Londrina campus. Studies in water treatment with organic and inorganic coagulants. Experience with urban afforestation and environmental licensing of fuel stations and retail systems.