Fulvic acid strengthens interactions between alginate blocks, promoting transparent exopolymer particle formation and aggravating membrane fouling irreversibly.
Zhao, Bin · Lixuan, Xu · Peixin, Shen · Wang, Liang · Qian, Yiran · He, Xiaojia · Xiuru, Chu · Pengda, Zhang
Separation and Purification Technology 2023
Differences among alginate blocks became insignificant at 30 mg/L FA
FA strengthened adhesive affinity between membrane and TEPs, causing more severe irreversible fouling after backwashing
GG-block was most susceptible to FA