Organic Alkali Research Articles

Interaction Effect of Organic Manures and Alkali Water on Yield of Wheat

Field experiment were carried out to investigate “Interactive effect of organic manures and residual sodium carbonate (RSC) water on yield of wheat” in rabi season (November-April) 2019-20 and 2020-21 in the Field of Agronomy, SKN Agricultural University, Jobner, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India using Split Plot Design. The treatment consists three levels of alkali water (2, 6,10 RSC mmol L-1), three organic manures (Control, FYM @15 t ha-1 and vermicompost @ 5 t ha-1) in main plot and four levels of iron (Control, 50 kg, 100 kg and 150 kg FeSO4.7H2O ha-1) in sub plot were tested with three replications. Result showed that the irrigation with 10 mmol L-1 residual sodium carbonate (RSC) water significantly decreased grain (26.02 q ha-1) and straw yield (38.15 q ha-1) of wheat in comparison to lower levels of RSC in water in wheat crop. Application of organic manures significantly increased grain yield of wheat during both the years and in pooled analysis. The highest grain (34.06 q ha-1) and straw yield (51.60 q ha-1) were obtained under vermicompost application and the effect of vermicompost (M2) and FYM (M1) application remained statistically at par with each other Interactive effect of RSC water and organic manure application on grain and straw yields of wheat was found significant and maximum being with W2 (2 mmol L-1 RSC), M2 (vermicompost @ 5 t ha-1) treatment combination indicating the magnitude of reduction in yields (grain and straw) being less with vermicompost and FYM at all the levels of RSC water.

Composite complex agent based on organic amine alkali for BTA removal in post CMP cleaning of copper interconnection

The combination of FA/OII chelating agent and double complexing agent ammonium citrate can shift the ionization to the right (the dissolution of Cu-BTA), effectively break the Cu-N bond, and accelerate BTA removal on the copper surface. • Ammonium citrate's nucleophilic attack may occur near C2 and O4 atoms. • The electrophilic attack may occur near N22 and N26 atoms. • The pH value of the cleaning solution is stable at 10.24 for optimal removal of BTA. • Effect and mechanism of composite complex agent were studied by electrochemical, contact angle, SEM, FTIR and XPS. • Composite complex agent can complex copper ions, form copper amine complex and break the ionization balance of Cu-BTA. Benzotriazole (BTA) is a common corrosion inhibitor in chemical mechanical polishing (CMP). It is also the main pollutant to be removed in post CMP cleaning. In this paper, a new type of alkaline cleaning solution based on composite complexing agent was proposed for BTA removal. The optimal concentration and pH value of the cleaning solution were explored using electrochemical measurement and contact angle measurement. When the components were 200 ppm FA/OII chelating agent and 0.1 vol% ammonium citrate (pH = 10.24), BTA residue on copper surface can be effectively removed. Density Functional Theory (DFT) proved that ammonium citrate's nucleophilic attack may occur around C2 and O4 atoms, respectively. The electrophilic attack of ammonium citrate may occur around N22 and N26 atoms, respectively. The results of scanning electron microscopy (SEM) showed that a lower surface roughness was obtained after cleaning. Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (FTIR) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) measurements confirmed that the cleaning solution could complex copper ions, break the ionization balance of Cu-BTA and accelerate its dissolution, so as to remove BTA effectively.

Interfacial Properties, Wettability Alteration and Emulsification Properties of an Organic Alkali–Surface Active Ionic Liquid System: Implications for Enhanced Oil Recovery

Combinatory flooding techniques evolved over the years to mitigate various limitations associated with unitary flooding techniques and to enhance their performance as well. This study investigates the potential of a combination of 1-hexadecyl-3-methyl imidazolium bromide (C16mimBr) and monoethanolamine (ETA) as an alkali–surfactant (AS) formulation for enhanced oil recovery. The study is conducted comparative to a conventional combination of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) and sodium metaborate (NaBO2). The study confirmed that C16mimBr and CTAB have similar aggregation behaviors and surface activities. The ETA–C16mimBr system proved to be compatible with brine containing an appreciable concentration of divalent cations. Studies on interfacial properties showed that the ETA–C16mimBr system exhibited an improved IFT reduction capability better than the NaBO2–CTAB system, attaining an ultra-low IFT of 7.6 × 10−3 mN/m. The IFT reduction performance of the ETA–C16mimBr system was improved in the presence of salt, attaining an ultra-low IFT of 2.3 × 10−3 mN/m. The system also maintained an ultra-low IFT even in high salinity conditions of 15 wt% NaCl concentration. Synergism was evident for the ETA–C16mimBr system also in altering the carbonate rock surface, while the wetting power of CTAB was not improved by the addition of NaBO2. Both the ETA–C16mimBr and NaBO2–CTAB systems proved to form stable emulsions even at elevated temperatures. This study, therefore, reveals that a combination of surface-active ionic liquid and organic alkali has excellent potential in enhancing the oil recovery in carbonate reservoirs at high salinity, high-temperature conditions in carbonate formations.

3D‐Printed Bionic Solar Evaporator

Solar water evaporation, which can be utilized for seawater desalination and wastewater treatment, promises freshwater security with renewable energy. Herein, a bionic solar evaporator consisting of a hydrogel solar absorber and bionic microchannels fabricated by the projection microstereolithography based 3D printing technique is proposed. Such a bioinspired solar evaporator achieves a fast water self‐transport speed and a high solar water evaporation rate of 4.12 kg·m−2·h−1 under 1 sun irradiation (1 kW·m−2), and the solar thermal efficiency can be as high as 92.1%. However, both the evaporation rate and solar thermal efficiency are greatly affected by properties of the hydrogel, geometric parameters of microchannels, and intensity of the light source. Most significantly, the bionic solar evaporator is applied for wastewater treatment including the purification of organic dyes, acid and alkali, as well as metal ions. The purification rate can be as high as 99.999%, demonstrating amazing performance for clean water production. The bioinspired water evaporator promises applications for solar energy harvesting, photothermal conversion, as well as environmental engineering, such as solar vapor generation, thermophotovoltaic cell, sewage disposal, and desalination of seawater.

On the Synthesis of a T‐Shaped Imido Nickel Complex and Trigonal Amido Nickel Complexes

AbstractThe synthesis of a T‐shaped imido nickel complex is reported, obtained by the reaction of phenyl azide with the linear nickel(I) silylamide complex K{18‐crown‐6}[NiL2] (L=−N(Dipp)SiMe3; Dipp=2,6‐diisopropylphenyl). In addition, an unusual shift of a SiMe3 unit from an ancillary ligand to a putative [Ni=NPh] complex is observed. Examination of the resulting [Ni=NDipp] complex for its electronic properties leads to its description as a low‐spin nickel(III) imide and revealed only limited activity with respect to H‐atom abstraction from C−H bonds or nitrene. Attempts to obtain information about the general features of trigonal nickel(II) amide products, that would result from such a H‐atom abstraction reaction, via reaction of linear nickel(II) silylamide [NiL2] with alkali metal salts of primary amides revealed the reduction to the linear nickel(I) complex K{18‐crown‐6}[NiL2]. The same is observed for alkoxides, secondary amides or benzyl. Reaction of the organic salts with the anionic nickel(II) complex NBu4[NiBrL2] under salt elimination also give the linear nickel(I) complex. Partial formation of an otherwise stable T‐shaped nickel(II) can be observed only for the electron‐poor diphenyl amide. This implicates that reduction of the starting nickel(II) complexes by different organic alkali metal salts likely does not occur via a homolytic Ni−R bond cleavage but a direct SET process from the unligated substrate to the nickel(II) ion.

Influence of new organic alkali activators on microstructure and strength of fly ash geopolymer

The fly ash geopolymer with improved mechanical properties was prepared by a new mixture alkali activator. In this paper, sodium tert-butanol, an organic strong alkali was used as an activator for preparing fly ash geopolymer to improve their mechanical properties. The effect of activator content and type on the macroscopic level of fly ash geopolymer was investigated experimentally by three types of activators: sodium tert-butanol, sodium silicate, and sodium tert-butoxide/sodium silicate mix activator. The microstructure of the fly ash geopolymer was characterized by ATR-FTIR, SEM-EDS, XRD, and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) physical adsorption method. The results showed that the new mixture alkali activator prepared by 5% sodium tert-butoxide and 10% sodium silicate improved the denseness and integrity of the microstructure of the fly ash geopolymer. Consequently, the mechanical properties of fly ash geopolymer are improved. The microscopic results demonstrated that the C–OH in tert-butanol after the hydrolysis of sodium tert-butoxide and Si–OH in the geopolymer can form C–O–Si bonds, forming a more complex three-dimensional network structure. This paper reveals the enhancement mechanism of organic alkali as activators for preparing fly ash geopolymer, and provides support for the subsequent development of organic strong alkali activators.

Effect of organic alkali on hydration of GGBS-FA blended cementitious material activated by sodium carbonate

Sodium carbonate (SC) activated ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS) and fly ash (FA) is a potential substitute of traditional cement with ultra-low carbon footprint. However, its hydration rate and strength growth are limited, owing to the slow leaching of ions during the activation of weak base. In this work, 60% wet-grinded GGBS and 40% FA were blended as the binder, and two organic alkalis, i.e. triethanolamine (TEA) and triisopropanolamine (TIPA), were adopted to facilitate the ions dissolution and pozzolanic reaction of SC activated GGBS-FA blended cementitious material (SCSF). The compressive strength was tested and the hydration kinetics was studied by hydration heat and chemical shrinkage. Besides, ions leaching behavior was characterized by ICP; hydrates and microstructure were also detected by XRD, TG-DTG and SEM. Results indicated that the addition of TEA or TIPA significantly promoted the ions dissolution. 0.05% TEA increased the concentration of leached Ca 2+ , Al 3+ and Fe 3+ by 36%, 33% and 1545%, respectively. This solubilizing effect was also found in TIPA. Moreover, these two chemicals could promote the formation of hydrates, such as C-S(A)-H gel, hydrotalcite, calcite and aragonite, especially at the early period; these also activated the hydration process of SCSF effectively, and the compressive strength of the mortar reached above 40.0 MPa at 7 d and 48.0 MPa at 28 d. The carbon emission of the designed system is 85.9% and 55.9% lower than that of PC and strong base activated GGBS system, respectively.

Ethynyl Functionalized Porphyrin Complex as a New Cathode for Organic Alkali Metal Batteries with Excellent Cycling Stability

Ethynyl Functionalized Porphyrin Complex as a New Cathode for Organic Alkali Metal Batteries with Excellent Cycling Stability

Design and preparation of functional azo linked polymers for the adsorptive removal of bisphenol A from water: Performance and analysis of the mechanism

In order to effectively remove refractory bisphenol A (BPA) from water, a novel nitrogen doped organic porous functional azo linked polymer (ALP-p) was designed and prepared according to the physicochemical characteristics of propane linked to two phenol hydroxyl groups. This ALP-p was synthesized with 98.5% yield, from pararosaniline and phloroglucinol, via the diazo coupling reaction to produce multiple adsorption functional groups of benzene ring, hydroxyl group and azo group. This functional material showed high adsorption capacity of 357.8 mg/g for 50 mg/L BPA, at 20 °C. The adsorption kinetics and isotherms were described by the pseudo-second-order and Langmuir model, respectively. The major adsorption mechanisms were attributed to the high specific surface area (259.8 m2/g) and pore volume (0.56 cm3/g) related surface adsorption and pore diffusion through porous stereoscopic stacking cavity anchorage. The functional group from the three-dimensional skeleton structures of ALP-p for BPA anchoring endowed chemisorption via π-π interaction between benzene rings and hydrogen-bonding (O–H⋯O, C–H⋯N, C–H⋯O and C–H⋯C) with the hydrogen atom of benzene ring, –OH from BPA and –OH, NN from ALP-p, respectively. The coexisting organic pollutants and alkali environment posed a negative effect on adsorption, while salinity had no significant effect on the process. The adsorption capacity and recovery of ALP-p were >93.5% and 81.6% after five cycles of operation.

Effects of grass growing on soil fertility and productivity of orchards in China: A metaanalysis.

Planting grasses in orchards is important to maintain soil basic fertility, improve the soil ecological environment, and promote sustainable growth of fruit. However, the quantitative effects of grasses on nutrient content of orchard soil in China is unclear, as well as the mechanisms associated with higher fruit yield and quality in orchards. This meta-analysis included 62 literature published between 1990 and 2020 to quantify effects of soil depth, planting years of raw grasses, and raw grasses to the physical and chemical properties and fruit yield and quality of orchards, as well as to explore the impacts of grasses on the sustainable production of Chinese orchards. Between 1990 and 2020, compared with the non-grass orchards, the content of soil organic matter, alkali nitrogen and available phosphorus in orchard with grasses increased by 18%, 11%, and 27% respectively, and the soil bulk density was reduced by 20%. Orchard grass increased soil temperature by 23% when the temperature was below 10 ℃, and reduced soil temperature by about 8% when the temperature was above 10 ℃. Compared with annual grasses, perennial grasses (natural or artificial) significantly improved soil properties, fruit yield and quality. These findings indicated that long-term grass planting in orchards had far-reaching significance on sustainable production.

Recombinant cellobiohydrolase of Myceliophthora thermophila: characterization and applicability in cellulose saccharification

A codon optimized cellobiohydrolase (CBH) encoding synthetic gene of 1188 bp from a thermophilic mold Myceliophthora thermophila (MtCel6A) was cloned and heterologously expressed in Escherichia coli for the first time. In silico analysis suggested that MtCel6A is a GH6 CBH and belongs to CBHII family, which is structurally similar to Cel6A of Humicola insolens. The recombinant MtCel6A is expressed as active inclusion bodies, and the molecular mass of the purified enzyme is ~ 45 kDa. The rMtCel6A is active in a wide range of pH (4–12) and temperatures (40–100 °C) with optima at pH 10.0 and 60 °C. It exhibits T1/2 of 6.0 and 1.0 h at 60 and 90 °C, respectively. The rMtCel6A is an extremozyme with organic solvent, salt and alkali tolerance. The Km, Vmax, kcat and kcat/Km values of the enzyme are 3.2 mg mL−1, 222.2 μmol mg−1 min−1, 2492 s−1 and 778.7 s−1 mg−1 mL−1, respectively. The product analysis of rMtCel6A confirmed that it is an exoenzyme that acts from the non-reducing end of cellulose. The addition of rMtCel6A to the commercial cellulase mix (Cellic CTec2) led to 1.9-fold increase in saccharification of the pre-treated sugarcane bagasse. The rMtCel6A is a potential CBH that finds utility in industrial processes such as in bioethanol, paper pulp and textile industries.Graphical

Particulate matter emission during municipal solid waste combustion: Submicron particulates formation mechanism

This paper presents an information on size distribution, inorganic composition and formation mechanism of submicron particles generated from MSW combustion. The XRD and CCSEM analysis results clearly showed that NaCl, KCl, K3Na(SO4)2, and SiO2 are the major inorganic mineral components in submicron particles. Submicron particles are mainly composed of organic components, alkali chlorides, alkali sulfates, and refractory inorganic minerals, but they account for different proportions in PM0.2 and PM0.2-1. There are five formation modes of submicron particles in MSW combustion: “condensation”, “nucleation”, “accumulation”, “crystallization” and “fragmentation”. The “condensation” mechanism mainly seen in PM0.2 composed of gas components, the “crystallization” and “fragmentation” modes formed by alkali salts and char particles are mainly present in PM0.2-1, the “nucleation” and “accumulation” modes coexist in PM0.2 and PM0.2-1. As the combustion temperature increased, the alkali chlorides and sulfates in the “crystallization” form decreased, and the inorganic mineral components in the “nucleation” form increased, which results in the variation of size distribution of submicron particles. In addition, volatile alkali salt nucleation experiments show that when alkali chloride and sulfate coexist in high-temperature flue gas, heterogeneous nucleation and agglomeration can significantly enhance the accumulation of particles in the range of 0.2–0.5 μm.

Collapsed and re-swollen archaeological wood: efficiency and effects on the chemical and viscoelastic characteristics of wood

• Swelling agents evaluated for the shape recovery of collapsed archaeological wood • Effects of treatments on viscoelastic characteristics assessed by dynamical mechanical analysis (DMA) • Strongly alkaline systems reached full recover of the original shape • Treatments induced crystallinity depletion in cellulose and partial removal of the already decayed lignin • Stiffness reduced and dissipative behaviour increased after treatments in alkaline conditions The efficiency of different swelling agents in recovering the shape of collapsed archaeological wood (where the original object figure is lost) was evaluated. Furthermore, the effect of these treatments on the chemical and viscoelastic characteristics of wood was assessed by dynamical mechanical analysis (DMA). In preliminary trials, carried out on both alder ( Alnus spp) and a highly decayed ash wood ( Fraxinus excelsior L.), the efficiency of various organic solvents (dimethylsulfoxide, ethylene diamine, ethylene glycol, ethylene glycol mono butyl ether, N,N-dimethylacetamide) and active alkali urea (an experimental treatment previously proposed for collapsed wood) was considered in relation to three working temperatures. Following, medium decayed Scots pine ( Pinus sylvestris L.), highly decayed maritime pine ( Pinus pinaster Aiton), and two differently decayed oak woods ( Quercus spp) were used to investigate the effects of the three best agents on the viscoelastic properties of wood and, again, their efficiency. Tests demonstrated that in most decayed samples, although high swelling was obtained, lignin was lost and a substantial weight decrease was observed. However, in least decayed samples a loss of cellulose crystallinity was detected. These occurrences reflected on both samples stiffness (that strongly reduced after treatments) and dissipative behaviour (an increase of damping factors could be observed after treatments in alkaline conditions). Thus, swelling agents, although satisfactory in the shape recovery of collapsed wood, should be used only in cases of real injury imputable to collapse (a specific consolidation treatment should be considered in addition).

Investigation into the Oil Recovery Process Using an Organic Alkali–Amino Acid-Based Surfactant System

Investigation into the Oil Recovery Process Using an Organic Alkali–Amino Acid-Based Surfactant System

Alkali-silica reaction in calcium aluminate cement mortars induced by deicing salts solutions

Calcium aluminate cement (CAC) mortars and concrete may be used as high-performance repairing materials for pavement restoration in airfields and roads. During recent years alkali-silica reaction (ASR) was reported in Portland cement concrete subjected to the action of organic deicers. Present paper reports the results of the investigation on the influence of organic and inorganic alkali deicers on ASR potential in CAC mortars containing fused silica as model reactive aggregate. It was shown for the first time, that concentrated solutions of sodium and potassium acetates, as well as sodium chloride, can cause ASR in CAC mortars. Sodium and potassium acetate resulted in much larger expansions comparing to sodium chloride and sodium hydroxide solutions used as a reference. Differences in alkali-silica gel were found depending on the solution which samples were soaked in. It was shown that ASR could proceed in a system without calcium hydroxide and an external source of hydroxyl ions.

Influence of Acids and Alkali as Additives on Hydrothermally Treating Sewage Sludge: Effect on Phosphorus Recovery, Yield, and Energy Value of Hydrochar

The high moisture content present in sewage sludge hinders the use of sewage sludge in incineration or energy application. This limitation of moisture present in sewage sludge can be obviated by using the hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) process. In sewage sludge management, the HTC process requires less energy compared to other conventional thermo–chemical management processes. The HTC process produces energy-rich hydrochar products and simultaneously enables phosphorus recovery. This study investigates the influence of organic acids, inorganic acid, and alkali as additives on phosphorus transformation, yield, proximate analysis and the heating value of subsequently produced hydrochar. The analysis includes various process temperatures (200 °C, 220 °C, and 240 °C) in the presence of deionized water, acids (0.1 M and 0.25 M; H2SO4, HCOOH, CH3COOH), and alkali (0.1 M and 0.25 M; NaOH) solutions as feed water. The results show that phosphorus leaching into the process-water, hydrochar yield, proximate analysis, and the heating value of produced hydrochar is pH- and temperature-dependent, and particularly significant in the presence of H2SO4. In contrast, utilization of H2SO4 and NaOH as an additive has a negative influence on the heating value of produced hydrochar.

Ultra-thin free-standing sulfide solid electrolyte film for cell-level high energy density all-solid-state lithium batteries

All-solid-state lithium batteries with high safety and high energy density are one of the most promising next generation energy storage devices. However, the enhancement of energy density of all-solid-state lithium batteries is generally hindered by the thick and heavy solid electrolyte layer. In this work, a 5 nm thick homogeneous polydopamine layer is coated on the Li6PS5Cl electrolyte particles in organic alkali solution, resulting in a modified adhesive particle surface. Free-standing polydopamine-coated Li6PS5Cl thin film with thickness of 35 μm could be achieved by cold pressing. All-solid-state lithium battery with the polydopamine-coated Li6PS5Cl thin film is assembled and exhibits a discharge capacity of 485.1 mAh g−1 after 100 cycles with a capacity retention of 78.5% at 0.1 C and 25 °C. A high full-cell level energy density of 284.4 Wh kg−1 can be realized with reduced thickness and weight of electrolyte layer.

Slowing down the corrosion of metal structures using polymeric materials

This article examines the resistance of corrosion-resistant polymeric materials to chemical reagents and the degree of corrosion, taking into account the direction of corrosion processes. One of the main factors that determined the corrosion rate is air humidity and dust released into the atmosphere during industrial emissions. Mixtures based on polymer materials can be used to gum up chemical apparatus and equipment; for corrosion protection, expensive materials are required. The sample is conditioned for 30 months at (23 ± 2) 0С, relative humidity (50 ± 5) %, and the thickness of the sample is determined. Resistance to chemical reagents the change in mass of samples of polymeric materials at a temperature of 35 0C for 3 months was analyzed. It was also found that by determining the corrosion rate (grade St3) by storing steel plates in a different exposure environment for 50 days. As a result, the corrosion rate of steel anti-corrosion coatings is lower than the control sample. According to the data obtained, it was found that the chloro-sulfonated polyethylene compositions are resistant to various organic solvents, acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, and others.

CO2 Adsorption Capacity of Organic Alkali Sorbent CPEI from Polyethyleneimine

Support-free cross-linked polyethyleneimine sorbent (CPEI) for CO2 capture was evaluated as the regenerable sorbent. The total amines available for the CO2 capture on CPEI were determined by the polyethyleneimine/glutaraldehyde ratio for the synthesis of CPEI. The CO2 capacity of CPEI in the slurry bubble column reactor reached 4.92 mmol/g, which is 1.97 times higher than that obtained under anhydrous conditions. The adsorption kinetics of CPEI in the reactor were investigated in terms of the CPEI amount, the CO2 fraction, the gas flow rate, temperature, and the total amines available. The experimental breakthrough curves for the sorbent were well-fitted with a fractional-order kinetic model. The modeling analysis found the influence of diffusion resistance on the adsorption is more significant than that of the driving force. The CO2 capacity of CPEI remained almost constant during the temperature swing adsorption/desorption cycles.

Determination of acrylic acid in workplaceair by on-line methylationgas chromatography

A method to determine acrylic acid in workplace air was developed by on-line methylation gas chromatography. Methods: the samples were absorbed by solvent desorption silica gel tube and desorbed by methanol. Desorption fluid in the injector at 350 ℃ in the presence of an organic alkali tetramethylamine hydroxide (TMAH, 25% methanol) , allowed quantitative analysis of acrylic acid as its corresponding methyl derivative by gas chromatography. Results: calibration curve of the method was linear within the range 0-258.4 mg/L and showed good linearity with r=0.999 4. The determination limit of the method was 0.9 mg/L, and the minimum detection concentration was 0.06 mg/m(3) (collect 15 L air) . The relative standard deviation (RSD) was 2.2%-2.7% (n=5) . Recoveries were between 96.9-101.6%. Conclusion: the results prove on-line methylation gas chromatography is an accurate, simple and high sensitive method for determining acrylic acid in workplace air.