Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sheng Wang, Hengdong Ren, Wei Lian, Jiangzhe Wang, Yan Zhao, Yin Liu, Tianshu Zhang, Ling Bing Kong
Summary: The effect of ball-to-powder weight ratio on the properties of palygorskite was systematically studied, showing that a ratio of 1:2 can effectively separate quartz from palygorskite and increase specific surface area and micropore volume. The purified palygorskite was used as a template to prepare a palygorskite/Fe3O4 nanocomposite, which successfully prevented aggregation of Fe3O4 magnetic particles and increased the specific surface area and absorption frequency.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Acoustics
Jiang Xu, Wenbo Wang, Yushen Lu, Hong Zhang, Yuru Kang, Bin Mu, Ye Qian, Aiqin Wang
Summary: This study developed an energy-efficient, scale-up ultrasonic process to disaggregate palygorskite aggregates into individual nanorods. The effects of ultrasonic treatment time, temperature, and power on the physicochemical features of palygorskite were investigated. The results showed that ultrasound treatment at specific conditions could continuously produce dispersed palygorskite nanorods while retaining their original characteristics. The disaggregated palygorskite exhibited improved dispersion, specific surface area, and suspension stability, making it a potential viscosity enhancer for drilling fluid.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiang Xu, Wenbo Wang, Yushen Lu, Hong Zhang, Aiping Hui, Yongfeng Zhu, Fangzhi Duan, Aiqin Wang
Summary: The study successfully achieved the disaggregation of palygorskite crystal bundles and the stable dispersion of palygorskite rod crystals through scale-up ultrasonication and thermosonication. The results showed that highly dispersed individual palygorskite nanorods could be continuously produced by sonicating palygorskite dispersion at 30 degrees C for 8-12 min, retaining the original nanorod crystal morphology and layered-chain microstructure. The disaggregated palygorskite nanorods were then used to stabilize carvacrol and fabricate antibacterial Pickering emulsion with outstanding storage stability and excellent antibacterial activity.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Sheng Wang, Hengdong Ren, Wei Lian, Ximing Zhang, Zhenying Liu, Yin Liu, Tianshu Zhang, Ling Bing Kong, Hongcun Bai
Summary: In this study, palygorskite was modified to prepare Pal/C/PANI ternary composites, which exhibit promising electromagnetic absorption performances with potential applications in microwave absorption.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiajia Chen, Dandan Wang, Xinyu Lu, Haoquan Guo, Pengcheng Xiu, Yu Qin, Chaozhong Xu, Xiaoli Gu
Summary: In this study, a Co/m-ATP catalyst was prepared using attapulgite as a carrier to depolymerize lignin. Under appropriate reaction conditions, the catalyst showed high bio-oil yield and low char yield, indicating its potential application in lignin depolymerization.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jie Luo, Min Zhang, Xiaoheng Liu
Summary: Novel visible-light-driven PAL/Cu2O heterostructures were fabricated, with the content of palygorskite playing a crucial role in determining the morphologies and optical properties of the composites. The tight interface contacts between components effectively enhanced the photocatalytic performance and stability of the composites, showing promising potential for various technological applications.
JOURNAL OF NANOPARTICLE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Christian Tabedzki, Nadia M. Krook, Christopher B. Murray, Russell J. Composto, Robert A. Riggleman
Summary: In this study, the behavior of polyethylene glycol grafted nanoplates in a polymer matrix was explored using hybrid particle/self-consistent field theory simulations. It was found that the graft length of the nanoplates and the molecular weight of the matrix have an impact on the potential of mean force. Experimental results confirmed the correlation observed in the simulations and provide guidance for the development of tailored nanocomposites.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Liqiu Su, Yanbing Shen, Zhiyan Liu, Xuening Sheng, Yanan Zhu, Jianxin Wang, Jingjing Liu, Min Wang
Summary: By incubating palygorskite (Pal) and modified Pal with Mycobacterium neoaurum TCCC 11979 (MNR), the effects of Pal on phytosterols (PS) biotransformation were investigated. The results showed that Pal or modified Pal as a carrier remarkably improved the production of the steroid medicine intermediate androst-4-ene-3, 17-dione (AD). This study expands the application of Pal in the pharmaceutical industry and enhances our understanding of the mechanism underlying the effect of Pal on the bioconversion of hydrophobic compounds.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mingliang Pei, Changou Pan, Peng Liu
Summary: The Pal-PFOL composite microgels, synthesized through radical polymerization, combined with fluorocarbon polymers can be used to create superhydrophobic surfaces on various substrates without the need for etching treatment.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Xiangning Wen, Yunlan Su, Guoming Liu, Shaofan Li, Alejandro J. Muller, Sanat K. Kumar, Dujin Wang
Summary: The correlation between the dispersion quality of PEG-grafted silica nanoparticles and the crystallization ability of PEO nanocomposites was systematically investigated, revealing that high sigma and low P/N conditions can increase the nucleation rate of PEO. This study highlights the importance of nanoparticle dispersion and grafting characteristics in influencing the crystallization behavior of polymer nanocomposites, leading to novel and unexpected results.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chenguang Yang, Dale Xie, Sheng Wang
Summary: In this study, palygorskite/polyaniline/ZnO nanocomposites were synthesized using a simple two-step solution method, with palygorskite acting as a carrier. The introduction of palygorskite was found to effectively prevent the aggregation of polyaniline shells and ZnO rods, resulting in excellent microwave absorption properties across multiple frequency bands. The optimized sample exhibited high absorption and wide bandwidth capabilities, making it a promising candidate for high-performance microwave absorbers.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinlan Li, Xin Yu, Jianing Zhang, Nan Yan, Jing Jin, Wei Jiang
Summary: This paper studied the entropy-driven formation of binary superlattices assembled from polymer-tethered nanorods and nanospheres. The results indicated that the conformational entropy of the polymer chains and the mixing entropy of the nanorods and nanospheres are two parameters that determine the formation of binary superlattices.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Carlos Bellaner Diaz-Arriaga, Daniella Esperanza Pacheco-Catalan, Jorge Uribe-Calderon
Summary: In this study, Polypyrrole/Palygorskite (PPy/Pal) nanocomposites were prepared using acid treatments on Pal templates, resulting in enhanced electrochemical properties compared to PPy alone. The acid-treated Pals showed potential as natural and low-cost templates for producing one-dimensional PPy/Pal nanocomposites for use as electrodes in electrochemical capacitors.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chenchen Li, Lijie Yan, Yiming Li, Dan Zhang, Mutai Bao, Limei Dong
Summary: In this study, a TiO2@Palygorskite composite was prepared and used to disperse diesel into small oil droplets for efficient photodegradation. The establishment of this dispersion-photodegradation synergistic system enhances the remediation efficiency of marine oil spills.
FRONTIERS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaohua Zhang, Xin Wang, Xin Zhang, Jingyun Zou, Yongyi Zhang, Jingna Zhao, Qingwen Li
Summary: This study reports a strategy to efficiently manipulate carbon nanotube (CNT) networks by forming double networks with branched polyethylenimine (PEI). The double network had high viscoelasticity and ductility, enabling efficient film stretching or creeping for CNT alignment, significantly improving the mechanical strength of CNT films. The viscous drag from the polymer network enhanced the movability of CNTs in reconstructing new networks, resulting in the film's repairability. This double-networking strategy provides a new way to manipulate CNT assemblies for high-performance applications.
NPG ASIA MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Xiaomei Wang, Yongfeng Zhu, Bin Mu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: To address the poor mechanical strength and bioactivity of magnesium phosphate bone cements (MPCs), clay minerals were incorporated to fabricate MPCs composite. The resulting MPCs composite showed appropriate setting time, high mechanical strength, and good thermal stability. In particular, the MPCs composite containing 3.0 wt.% of sepiolite exhibited the highest compressive strength and the best thermal stability.
BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Fangfang Yang, Yameng Song, Aiping Hui, Bin Mu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: The rapid development of antibiotic resistance is a major threat to public health. Nanomaterials, particularly ZnO nanocrystal clusters, have shown excellent bactericidal ability. The clusters, formed through a green structure-tuning synthesis process, exhibited superior performance in killing Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The antibacterial action is attributed to increased contact with bacteria, the release of small ZnO nanoparticles, and the generation of reactive oxygen species, which damage the bacterial cell membrane. In addition, the attachment of phenolic compounds from olive leaf extract enhances the antibacterial activity of ZnO clusters. This study presents a feasible and clean strategy for improving the structure-bioactivity relationship of ZnO and highlights the potential of ZnO clusters in antibacterial applications due to their excellent performance and green fabrication method.
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yushen Lu, Fangzhi Duan, Yongfeng Zhu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: Recycling waste into efficient adsorbents provides a compatible solution for sustainable water resources. Mixed metal oxides (MMOs) were successfully obtained from oxalic acid leaching mixed-dimensional palygorskite clay wastewater through a simple precipitation-calcination process. The MMOs exhibited high adsorption capacities for the anionic dye Congo red (CR) and the cationic dye Methyl violet (MV), with ultrahigh capacity for CR in the Mg-Al-Fe MMO obtained at pH 13 with thorough washing and higher removal capacities for MV in the MMOs containing Fe3O4, sodium carbonate, and carbon byproducts. The study highlights the sustainable utilization of mineral resources and water resources.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yameng Song, Fangfang Yang, Bin Mu, Yuru Kang, Aiping Hui, Aiqin Wang
Summary: A novel Ag NPs /attapulgite (Ag NPs/APT) nanocomposite was synthesized through a green approach mediated by olive leaf extract to achieve good stability and dispersion of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) and improve its antibacterial activity and bio-friendliness. The nanocomposite showed smaller and uniformly distributed Ag NPs on the surface of APT nanorods, enhancing its antibacterial activities. The nanocomposite exhibited strong antibacterial performance against E. coli and low cytotoxicity to mouse fibroblasts L-929, making it a promising material in the antibacterial field.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Fangzhi Duan, Yongfeng Zhu, Hui Yu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: In recent years, porous adsorption materials have received extensive attention in environmental remediation. However, green preparation and effective post-treatment are still the main challenges in practical applications. In this study, a novel porous adsorbent was successfully fabricated from aqueous foams templates stabilized by natural plant Sapindus mukorossi (S. mukorossi) and nano-clay attapulgite (APT) via a thermally-initiated polymerization. The as-prepared porous adsorbent exhibited abundant interconnected pore structures and demonstrated excellent adsorption properties for chlortetracycline hydrochloride (CTC) and tetracycline hydrochloride (TC), with a maximum adsorption capacity of 620 mg/g and 538 mg/g, respectively. After adsorption, the waste porous adsorbent was converted into carbon/APT material through anaerobic calcination. At a carbonization temperature of 400 degrees C, carbon/APT with large amounts of negative charges and oxygen-containing functional groups exhibited a good adsorption capacity for Cd2+ and showed potential as a soil remediation agent.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hao Yang, Bin Mu, Li Zong, Yingjie Zhu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: Cleaner and value-added utilization of tailings or natural mineral resources is becoming increasingly important in the context of green and sustainable development. A novel environmental-friendly preparation process for cobalt blue pigments was developed using dolomite-induced mechanochemical technology and kaolin tailing sand. The resulting composite pigments exhibited excellent color performance and environmental stability, as well as good application performance. This innovative and cleaner technology can not only reduce cobalt consumption, but also promote the resource utilization of kaolin tailing sand and dolomite.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yingjie Zhu, Shue Li, Bin Mu, Hao Yang, Lei Wu, Qin Wang, Aiqin Wang
Summary: In this study, low-cost and high-performance cobalt ferrite ceramic pigments were easily prepared using natural mixed-dimensional palygorskite clay through a continuous mechanochemical method. The incorporation of mixed-dimensional palygorskite clay improved the agglomeration of pigment nanoparticles and reduced production costs. The hybrid pigments exhibited optimal color properties, chemical and thermal stability, and superior hiding power, making them suitable for eco-friendly coloring of ceramic embryo body.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Juan Zhai, Hengyang Mao, Shouyong Zhou, Lei Zhou, Changyu Wang, Meisheng Li, Yijiang Zhao, Qi Zhang, Aiqin Wang, Zhentao Wu
Summary: Super-wetting membranes with catalytic performance were fabricated using Fe3O4-loaded attapulgite (FATP) nanofibers. These membranes possess hydrophilicity and micro-nano roughness, which resist oil fouling and act as a catalyst for the Fenton-like reaction. During oil-in-water filtration, more than 99.5% of oil droplets can be rejected, and membrane permeance remains at 62% of its initial value. After hydraulic cleaning, the permeance recovers to 85%, and the remaining 10.9% can be restored through the Fenton-like reaction. This study provides insights into the catalytic mechanism of membranes after oil fouling.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shue Li, Penji Yan, Bin Mu, Yuru Kang, Aiqin Wang
Summary: This study focuses on the preparation, characterization, and multifunctional properties of intelligent hybrid nanopigments. These hybrid nanopigments were fabricated based on natural Monascus red, surfactant, and sepiolite through a simple grinding process. The obtained hybrid nanopigments exhibited excellent antibacterial and antioxidant properties, with enhanced interactions between Monascus red and sepiolite. Furthermore, by combining hybrid nanopigments with fluorinated polysiloxane, gas-sensitive reversible alochroic superamphiphobic coatings were successfully designed with excellent thermal and chemical stability. Therefore, these intelligent multifunctional hybrid nanopigments have great potential applications in related fields.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
H. Yu, Y. Zhu, F. Duan, A. Wang
Summary: Researchers have pursued cleanliness and environmental friendliness in the fabrication, adsorption, and regeneration of adsorbent materials. A novel and eco-friendly porous material was successfully fabricated using Pickering aqueous foam, and it was applied for the removal of organic pollutants. The Pickering foam showed excellent stability and was synergistically stabilized by natural nanomaterials attapulgite and gallnut. The adsorbent exhibited excellent adsorption capacities and could be cyclically utilized through carbonization regeneration. This work provides a sustainable and eco-friendly approach, with potential practical applications due to its outstanding adsorption performance and reusability.
MATERIALS TODAY SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hengyang Mao, Peng Xu, Shouyong Zhou, Zhaoru Fan, Ailian Xue, Meisheng Li, Yijiang Zhao, Aiqin Wang, Zhentao Wu, Yiqun Fan
Summary: A facile approach is reported to produce nanofiber membranes with oriented channels, narrow pore size, and low tortuosity. Compared with unordered membranes, ordered membranes have reduced average pore size and increased water permeance. Moreover, the stationary flux of ordered membranes and the retention of oil-in-water emulsion have also increased.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiaowen Wang, Bin Mu, Shue Li, Yushen Lu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: To accelerate the construction of an energy and resource-saving, environmentally friendly society, the development of low-cost and high-performance colorful near-infrared reflective inorganic pigments is necessary. In this study, kaolinite-based BiVO4 hybrid pigments were prepared using a cleaner mechanochemical method. These pigments exhibited brilliant color properties and high reflectance, holding potential as nanofillers for cooling roofing materials.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Y. Lu, Q. Zhang, B. Mu, A. Wang
Summary: In this study, functional Zn-based mixed metal oxides (Zn-MMOs) were fabricated using a ZnO-assisted hydrothermal coprecipitation method with spent metal ions from acid-leached clay for antibiotic and microorganism removal from water. The results demonstrated that the composition, micro-structure, adsorption, and antibacterial activity of Zn-MMOs were influenced by the amount of ZnO added. Zn-MMOs showed high adsorption capabilities for tetracycline and chlortetracycline, as well as comparable antibacterial activity to commercial ZnO, making them effective for eliminating microbial contaminants in water. This work offers a collaborative solution for waste resource utilization and wastewater pollution treatment, contributing to the promotion of green economy and sustainable development.
MATERIALS TODAY SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Junli Liu, Jiahao Shen, Yile Wang, Chenfeng Dong, Jin Liu, Yunxiao Yi, Hui Liu, Yan Bao, AiPing Hui, Aiqin Wang
Summary: By modifying polydopamine (PDA) on the surface of molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), small-sized copper nanoparticles were grown uniformly to form MoS2/PDA@Cu nanozyme. This nanozyme exhibited excellent peroxidase-like activity and antibacterial properties, showing a more pronounced inhibitory effect on bacterial growth with the addition of H2O2. The maximum reaction rate (V-max) of the MoS2/PDA@Cu nanozyme is significantly higher than that of horseradish peroxidase (HRP), and it also demonstrated excellent biocompatibility, hemocompatibility, and potential anticancer properties.
BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Yinfeng Yang, Xiaomei Wang, Fangfang Yang, Bin Mu, Aiqin Wang
Summary: This review summarizes the hemostatic mechanisms of natural clay minerals based on their nanostructures, reviews the latest research progress for clay minerals-based hemostatic hybrid and nanocomposite materials, and discusses the challenges and developments in this field.
BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nadine J. Kanik, Artur Kuligiewicz, Jeffrey T. Cullen
Summary: This study examined the effects of different pre-treatments on the structural H-isotope composition of clay minerals. The results showed that different pre-treatments had varied impacts on different clay minerals, and the choice of pre-treatment should be based on the specific properties and mineralogy of the samples.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lorenzo Lisuzzo, Giuseppe Cavallaro, Stefana Milioto, Giuseppe Lazzara
Summary: This study proposes Pickering emulsions based on wax and halloysite clay nanotubes for coating silk sutures to increase their loading capacity towards eosin. The presence of halloysite/wax microspheres on the surface of silk sutures has also been explored for controlled release of hydrophobic drugs. The influence of the coating on the thermal and mechanical properties of the sutures has been studied using various techniques. In conclusion, the wax/halloysite Pickering emulsions can successfully generate hydrophobic microdomains on the surface of silk sutures, leading to enhanced flexibility and improved loading capacity towards eosin.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bruna F. Alves, Rita C. P. Nunes, Luiz C. Bertolino, Elizabete F. Lucas
Summary: Operational problems in the oil industry caused by the precipitation of paraffins can be prevented by using polymeric additives. This article evaluates the use of polymeric nanocomposites as pour point reducers in different types of crude oil and finds that they are more efficient than pure poly(ethylene-covinyl acetate) (EVA) in reducing the pour point. The nanocomposites also modify the wax crystals and reduce the viscosity of the oil samples.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
K. A. Daniels, C. C. Graham, A. C. Wiseall, J. F. Harrington, P. Sellin
Summary: Geological storage with clay buffer is widely preferred for removing hazardous radioactive waste. The impact of fluid salinity and void space on the swelling behavior of barrier bentonites was examined through experiments. The findings suggest that clay swelling is suppressed at higher salinities, which affects the void-filling process.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
N. Werling, A. Kuligiewicz, A. Steudel, R. Schuhmann, F. Dehn, K. Emmerich
Summary: Thermal treatment of clay minerals can be used to produce building materials and environmentally friendly binders. This process involves dehydration, dehydroxylation, breakdown of structure, and recrystallization of high temperature phases. Rehydration and rehydroxylation are important factors to consider for geopolymers and SCM.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuan Wang, Hao Ding, Zhuoqun Xu, Jianmeng Zhang, Yanbin Yao
Summary: Rutile nano-TiO2 was loaded onto the surface of sericite to prepare sericite-rutile composite particles, which were then modified with HDTMS and sprayed onto the substrates to form sericite-rutile/HDTMS composite coatings with UV shielding and superhydrophobic self-cleaning properties. The coating exhibited good UV shielding rate and remained superhydrophobic after UV irradiation. The hierarchical structure of the sericite-rutile composite and the low surface energy of HDTMS contributed to the superhydrophobicity and UV shielding effect of the coating.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kailang Sun, Taojun Zhang, Jie Zhou, Yonghong Liu, Minfeng Zeng, Zhen Yang, Ruokun Feng, Xiaorong Ren, Peng Zhang, Baoyi Wang, Xingzhong Cao
Summary: Chitosan-Pd0 nano particles encapsulated in Al, Co-pillared montmorillonite nanocomposites were successfully synthesized using a facile one-pot heat treatment method. The Al, Co pillaring effectively expanded the surface area and generated numerous mesopores in the interlayer space of the MMt. The resultant nanocomposite exhibited similar high comprehensive catalytic performances as the one prepared by the regular divided-multistep method. The encapsulation of CS chains and doping of Co in the Al pillaring also contributed to the improved catalytic performance.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nathalie Fagel, Isabel Israde-Alcantara, Reza Safaierad, Marttiina Rantala, Sabine Schmidt, Gilles Lepoint, Pierre Pellenard, Nadine Mattielli, Sarah Metcalfe
Summary: Environmental conditions significantly influence clay minerals, and studying clay sediments in tropical lakes can provide valuable insights into past environmental conditions. In this study, multiproxy records from sediment cores of three crater lakes in central Mexico were analyzed. The results showed that disordered kaolinite, formed through hydrolysis and hydrothermal alteration, was the predominant mineral in the sediments. The abundance of kaolinite varied in relation to organic carbon and organic matter-related elements, and showed opposite trends with lithogenic elements. Geochemical data suggested that the increase in kaolinite abundance is linked to the formation of organo-mineral aggregates and lake level changes in closed basins.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. J. Martin-Alfonso, A. Mejia, F. J. Martinez-Boza, P. Partal
Summary: The drilling industry is facing new challenges to develop eco-friendlier drilling fluids. Organic modified sepiolite dispersed in oil can be an excellent additive with suitable rheological properties. This study investigated the effect of alkyl ammonium modifiers on the microstructure and rheological properties of sepiolite-vegetable oil dispersions under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Weiquan Zhan, Siyuan Yang, Shenxu Bao, Liuyi Ren, Cheng Liu
Summary: The interaction between talc and the depressor CMC was investigated through molecular dynamics simulation and density functional theory calculation. It was found that CMC showed stronger adsorption on the edge plane of talc due to enhanced interactions with polar groups and water molecules. The study also revealed specific interactions between H atoms in CMC and O atoms in the edge plane, as well as between O atoms in CMC and Si, Mg atoms in the edge plane. Hydration shells on the basal and edge planes of talc were examined to explain the phenomenon.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pierre Dramou, Yiyang Sun, Xu Ni, Fangqi Wang, Hua He
Summary: In this study, a magnetic nanocomposite was prepared and used for the separation of rutin from real samples through magnetic solid phase extraction (MSPE). The nanocomposite exhibited high specific surface area, chemical and thermal stability, water solubility, and easy separation in aqueous solution. Characterization and experiments confirmed the successful synthesis and efficient enrichment ability of the nanocomposite.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2024)
