Synthesis of SA–CMC–Ca–Fe gel beads through cross-linking beading of SA and CMC in CaCl2 and FeCl3 solutions.
SA–CMC gel bead shows larger specific surface area and porosity due to the internal network structure.
The lead ions’ removal rate by SA–CMC is significantly better than the conventional adsorbents.
The high Pb2+ adsorption capacity of SA–CMC was discussed by different adsorption isotherms.
Based on different kinetic study, chemical adsorption is the main adsorption process of Pb2+ adsorption of SA–CMC gel beads.