期刊名称：International Journal of Environment and Bioenergy
电子版ISSN：2165-8951
出版年度：2012
卷号：1
期号：2
页码：93-104
语种：English
出版社：Modern Scientific Press
摘要：Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) has been used in many countries as an octane-enhancing replacement for lead, primarily in mid- and high-grade gasoline. The prevalent use of MTBE has led to its introduction into environment. MTBE is poorly adsorbed, biologically and chemically stable, making it very persistent in the environment. MTBE has been classified as a possible human carcinogen. Many studies have been carried out to find a better method for the degradation and removal of MTBE in the environment. Activated carbon, clay mineral, resin and zeolite have been used as adsorbents for removal of MTBE. Persulfate, potassium permanganate, Fenton oxidation and photocatalytic oxidation have been studied for chemical degradation of MTBE. In addition, different bacteria have been isolated and identified for biodegradation of MTBE. This review summarizes current knowledge on the adsorption, chemical degradation and biodegradation of MTBE.
