Trace copper biosorption by formaldehyde crosslinked Sargassum sp. Seaweed
Although formaldehyde crosslinked *Sargassum* seaweed demonstrates rapid and strong affinity for removing trace copper from urban runoff, the process is significantly compromised by the destabilization of its surface ionic layer, leading to the excessive release of organic matter and high concentrations of potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium ions.