Influence of some parameters on the nitr

Total ammonia nitrogen (TAN) is present in several types of effluents including drainage waters from fertilizers storage and handling facilities. Several countries have established a maximum accepted value for TAN and nitrate ion concentration to protect human health and the living environment. This paper investigates the influence of some parameters on TAN electrooxidation, avoiding nitrate generation, from a real effluent using an undivided batch electrolytic reactor with recirculation and Ti/RuO2 electrodes. Results indicated that TAN concentration decreased with increasing applied current density, showcasing the efficacy of the proposed method in reducing TAN levels while avoiding the formation of nitrates during the electrooxidation process. This study highlights the importance of optimizing treatment parameters to align with environmental standards while effectively treating effluents generated in agricultural practices. The findings contribute to the understanding of treatment processes applicable to fertilizers storage effluents and their potential implications for environmental protection.