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Reaction of methylene blue with OH radicals in the aqueous environment: mechanism, kinetics, products and risk assessment

Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: = 2.62, pH > 2, 298 K) attesting to the accuracy of the calculation method. The HO˙ + MB reaction in water followed the formal hydrogen transfer and radical adduct formation mechanisms, yielding various intermediates and products. Based on standard tests these intermediates and some of the products can pose a threat to aquatic organisms, including fish, daphnia, and green algae, they have poor biodegradability and have the potential to induce developmental toxicity. Hence MB in the environment is of moderate concern depending on the ratio of safe to harmful breakdown products.
Source: RSC Advances
Language: English
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,042
OpenAlex ID: W4401916680
FWCI: 4.772
Cites: 75
Cited by: 43
Related to: 10