SOME NOTES ON VIRUS SORPTION ON COAL

Abstract

Using a model virus, bacteriophage MS2 against Escherichia coli, virus sorption on coal was investigated. Batch sorption data show that virus sorption is influenced by H/C and H/O ratios of coal, and the presence of other viruses, bacteria, and organic pollution in the water. Virus removal in a continuous flow coal column is affected by column height and input virus concentration. Application of virus sorption on coal in water treatment is discussed.