SOIL REMEDIATION OF EXPLOSIVES AT DEMILITARIZATION SITES (B)
- Client:Global Government Contractor
- Site:Confidential Asian Pacific Island
- Date:February 2012
Water
MuniRem® powder is directly poured into the contaminated water and allowed to dissolve and destroy the explosive. Upon contact, the chemical reaction in the water displays a vibrant red color, distinctive of the oxidation process. The picric acid is being neutralized. After 24 hours, the color fades into lighter brown. After two weeks, the vibrant red color has dissolved.
Result
MuniRem® achieved instantaneous degradation of picrate-contaminated media upon activation with water.
The bright yellow color of picric acid immediately turned red, indicating oxidation and successful neutralization.
Treatment effectiveness for both soil and water was monitored at 24 hours and two weeks post-application.
Yellow and red coloration disappeared in both soil and water, revealing original soil color and clearer water.
Levels of picric acid dropped considerably following MuniRem® treatment.
The lake remediation was observed by over ten individuals, including representatives from the local military and government contractor.
