Abstract
The surface properties of active solids resulting from decomposition of AlPO4 · 2 H2O by thermal treatment in vacuum and in air are studied in connection with the parameter governing the kinetics of the dehydration process. The values obtained for the activation energies of decomposition under isothermal conditions agree acceptably well with those computed from TG curves by the Freeman and Carroll method. Kinetic results, which are analysed in terms of the Mampel theory, strongly suggest that the activation energy of the nucleation process determines the rate of surface formation, and justify the observed fact that the specific surface areas of samples treated in vacuum are higher than those of samples treated in air.
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.
