Research Article

Characterization of Metakaolin from Wassa Kaolin and Its Potential as Adsorbent for the Regeneration of Used Engine Lubrication Oil

Table 3

Chemical properties of oil samples.

SampleMetallic content (ppm)Total acid no. (MgKOH/g)
Cr2+Cu2+Zn2+Fe2+

Used lubricant engine oil0.00670.00210.00560.008310.3138
Metakaolin lubricant oil0.00500.00140.00280.00724.2041
Virgin lubricant oil0.00420.00130.05270.00575.1987