My name is Annabelle. I am a senior school student at Meriden School in Sydney. Having grown up by the beach, I am very passionate about water and how we can preserve our precious supply of it.
Tell us what the water concern in your country is!In Australia, much of our already scarce water supply is unequally distributed with regional and rural towns unable to access the potable supply they require. As droughts are frequent, it is important that we use water responsibly and preserve our potable supply.
Bioflocculation
My study investigated the feasibility of a bio-flocculant as an accessible, safe, affordable and environmentally friendly option to reduce turbidity. Using a combination of dried lemon peel and chitosan, I tested different concentrations to find the optimal dosages to reduce turbidity. The bio-flocculant identified offered an affordable treatment option for those with limited access to clean water while being environmentally friendly and offering no adverse health effects sometimes associated with flocculation.
