What is it about?
This work concerns the synthesis of mesoporous carbon (MC) with an ordered structure using SBA-15 silicone as a template and glucose as a carbon precursor, and then its modification by oxidation and thermal treatment at different temperatures. Morphological, textural and chemical properties of the obtained materials were investigated using various analytical techniques, such as electron microscopy, X-ray spectroscopy and differential calorimetry. The studies revealed that the melting point of water in the pores of carbon correlates mainly with the functional groups on the surface and less with the textural properties.
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Why is it important?
This work is important because it provides key information on the effects of chemical and thermal modifications on the properties of mesoporous carbon, which can significantly affect its applications in various fields, such as pollutant adsorption or energy storage. Understanding the correlation between chemical properties and changes in the melting point of water in the pores of carbon can lead to the development of more advanced materials with better sorption and functional properties. In addition, this research contributes to the development of carbon processing technologies and its applications in environmental protection.
Perspectives
Future research perspectives include further studies on the optimization of mesoporous carbon modification processes to obtain even better sorption and functional properties. It is also possible to develop new applications for these materials, such as catalysis or energy storage, and to study their efficiency in various environments and operating conditions. Further work may focus on scaling up the production technology and integrating these materials into commercial systems for water and air purification.
PhD Alicja Bosacka
University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Poland
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This page is a summary of: The influence of chemical and thermal modifications of ordered mesoporous carbon on the melting processes of water confined in pores, Microporous and Mesoporous Materials, March 2023, Elsevier,
DOI: 10.1016/j.micromeso.2023.112477.
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