Abstract
The application of X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy to the study of the surface chemistry of wool fibres clarifies some aspects of the role of the cystine disulphide bond. The sensitivity of the electron-binding energy of the S(2p) orbitals to the sulphur oxidation state provides information about the extent of surface modification following two different oxidizing treatments using (a) dichloroisocyanuric acid, and (b) hypochlorous acid (‘Kroy’ chlorination). Interaction of a wool surface with a polymer, Hercosett 125, which is the basis of a shrink-resistant treatment, shows that complete coverage of the wool-fibre surface does not occur even though the average thickness of the polymer overlayer is about 1000 A (100 nm).
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
