R. Elangovan1*, S.R. Shri Rangasami2 R. Murugaragavan3 and N. Chandra Sekaran4
*1Department of Soil Science & Agrl. Chemistry, College of Agricultural Technology , Tamil Nadu Agricultural University(Affiliated), Theni -625562
2Department of Agronomy, Rice Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Ambasamudram -627401
3Department of Environmental Sciences), Department of Soils and Environment, Agricultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Madurai-625104
4Department of Soil Science & Agrl. Chemistry, Department of Soils Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Agricultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641003
Email: esoilscience2005@gmail.com
Received-22.10.2022, Revised-10.12.2022, Accepted-24.12.2022
Abstract: A nutrient-rich product made from biomass known as biochar is gaining popularity for its use in soil amendment, crop yield improvement, and carbon sequestration. Utilizing biochar has numerous environmental advantages, economic advantages, and a possible role in carbon credit systems. Thermal combustion of biomass results in the production of biochar, which is a remarkably rich source of carbon. Another specific area for the expanding use of biochar for removing certain contaminants is activating biochar. The current rise in population is causing an increase in the world’s energy needs. Energy is needed in every sector of the economy. The main source of energy is fossil fuel. However, the replacement of fossil fuels has become more important due to the impact of CO2 on the environment and global energychallenges. The types and speeds of interactions depend on a variety of variables, including the content of the biomass and the biochar, the preparation techniques used, the physical characteristics of the biochar, and the climatic conditions of the soil, particularly the soil temperature and moisture. In addition to increasing plant growth, biochar can work as a soil conditioner by strengthening the physical and biological characteristics of soils, such as their ability to retain water and nutrients.
Keywords: Biochar, Char, soot, Black carbon, Charcoal, Activated Carbon
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