Determination Of Heavy Metals Levels In The Effluent Treatment Plant Of Paint And Coating Industry In Nairobi County

ABSTRACT Industrialization and urbanization has increased tremendously in the last few years, especially in underdeveloped countries, such as Kenya. This has resulted in rising demand for certain aesthetic goods such as paints and coatings. Paint and coating industries use extensive raw materials in their manufacturing processes that consist of heavy metals, various solvents, and organic compounds. The wastewater released from these industries contains residual chemicals that are highly toxic to human health and the environment, thus requiring treatment before disposal. The wastewater, theref…