Research Article

Optimizing the Extraction Conditions of Hydroxytyrosol from Olive Leaves Using a Modified Spherical Activated Carbon: A New Experimental Design

Table 1

Characteristics of activated carbon.

CharacteristicsAdsorbent

Granulometry(>80%) 0.315-0.58 mm
Specific surface area1736 m2/g
Total ashes (%)0.2%
Moisture0.1%
Particle size0.457 mm
Apparent density489 kg/m3
Abrasion strength98.6%