Halloysite Nanotube/Polyelectrolyte Hybrids as Adsorbents for the Quick Removal of Dyes from Aqueous Solution

Abstract

Novel organic/inorganic hybrids composed of halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) and a cationic polymer were prepared through a simple mixing method. The hybrids provide more gaps for water permeation than the pristine HNTs when used as column adsorbents, and quick dye removal from polluted water was achieved.