The formation of formic acid upon low-temperature condensation of CO2−H2 and CO−H2O gas mixtures dissociated in electric discharge

The formation of formic acid in the low-temperature condensation of CO₂−H₂ and CO−H₂O gas mixtures dissociated in electric discharge was investigated. The gas-phase concentrations of H^., O^., OH^., and O₂ were measured downstream a microwave discharge in a CO₂−H₂ mixture. Low-temperature (77 K) condensates formed from CO₂−H₂ and CO−H₂O mixtures were studied by ESR. The formation of formic acid in the CO₂−H₂ and CO−H₂O systems was found to be due to the reactions of H^., CO, O^., and O₂ on the condensate surface. A single mechanism of the formation of formic acid in the CO₂−H₂ and CO−H₂O systems was proposed.     

Rh2CO2/Al2O3上H2吸附及CO和H2共吸附

CO加氢反应机理一直是许多化学工作者感兴趣的课题．Rh催化剂因其优良的性能而被用于 CO加氢机理研     

Thermochemical investigations of the systems KCl−KBr−H2O,K2SO4−(NH4)2SO4−H2O and KNO3−NH4NO3−H2O at 298.15 K

For the equilibrium solid phases occurring in the systems: KCl?KBr?H₂O, K₂SO₄?(NH₄)₂SO₄?H₂O and KNO₃?NH₄NO₃?H₂O, the concentration dependencies of differential solution enthalpies, Δ_sol H ₂ for several crystallization paths, were measured. The limiting differential solution enthalpies, Δ_sol H ₂ ⁰ , were determined by extrapolation of the above dependencies to the ionic strength,I _m ⁰ , corresponding to the appropriate binary solutions. For KCl?KBr?H₂O system only, the clear dependence between Δ_sol H ₂ ⁰ andI _m ⁰ values was found and discussed.     

CO/H2O/O2直接法制过氧化氢的环境友好纳米Cu/Al2O3催化剂

采用液相化学还原法制备了系列用于一氧化碳、水及氧气直接法制过氧化氢的环境友好纳米Cu/Al2O3催化剂,并用TEM,XRD和N2O化学滴定等手段对催化剂中纳米金属铜的结构及性质进行了表征.研究结果表明,Cu/Al2O3催化剂在CO/H2O/O2直接法制H2O2反应中呈现出显著的纳米尺寸效应当金属铜纳米晶粒平均尺寸为15 nm时,有高达0.236 mmol·(g-cat)-1·h-1的H2O2生成速率.     

Photoelectron spectroscopy of (CO2)n(H2O) m − clusters

Photoelectron spectra of (CO₂)_nH₂O^? (2≤n≤8) and (CO₂)_n(H₂O) ₂ ^? (1≤n≤2) were measured at the photon energy of 3.49 eV. The spectra show unresolved broad features, which are approximated by Gaussians. The vertical detachment energies (VDEs) were determined as a function of the cluster size. For (CO₂)_nH₂O^?, the VDE-n plots exhibit a sharp discontinuity between n=3 and 4; the VDE value is ≈3.5 eV at n=3, while it drops down abruptly to 2.59 eV at n=4. This discontinuity in VDE is ascribed to "core switching" at n=4; a C₂O ₄ ^? dimer anion forms the core of (CO₂)_nH₂O^? for n≤3, while a monomer CO ₂ ^? is the core for n≥4. The (CO₂)₂(H₂O) ₂ ^? ion has a VDE of 2.33 eV, indicating the presence of a CO ₂ ^? monomer core in the binary clusters containing two H₂O molecules.     

The Cl−NH3, Cl−H2O,F−NH3 and F−H2O clusters and their photoelectron spectra

The geometries of the Cl^–NH₃, Cl^–H₂O, F^–NH₃ and F^–H₂O clusters are optimized using the coupled cluster method. The four lowest ionization potentials are then calculated, leading to the ground and low excited states of the neutral species. The first three IPs describe ionization from the externalp state of the halogen atom, whereas the fourth corresponds to ionization from the NH₃ or H₂O moiety, leading to charge transfer complexes. These complexes were recently observed in the photoelectron spectrum of Cl^–NH₃, in full accord with our calculations.Supported in part by the U.S.-Israel Binational Science Foundation     

The Use of the CS2N− 3/HSO− 3/O2 Reaction for the Analytical Determination of Dissolved Oxygen

Abstract

A new analytical Spectrophotometric method has been developed for the determination of dissolved O₂ in the range 4.6 × 10^?6?4.1 × 10^?5M, based on the CS₂N^? ₃/HSO^? ₃/O₂ reaction. In one single experiment 2.3 × 10^?5 M of oxygen can be determined with an uncertainty of ± 7 × 10^?7M for a confidence level of 95%.     

Evaluation of kinetic stability against CO2 and conducting property of BaCe0.9−xZrxY0.1O3−δ

In order to prepare high proton conducting oxide with high chemical stability against CO₂ at 600–800 °C, preparation of BaCe_0.9?xZr_xY_0.1O_3?δ was examined. Almost single-phase could be prepared for the specimens with x = 0.0–0.2 by Pechini method. Reaction kinetics between BaCe_0.9?xZr_xY_0.1O_3?δ and CO₂ could be explained by Jander model. With increasing Zr content up to 0.2, apparent rate constant determined from Jander plot decreased by about one order, showing improvement of kinetic stability against CO₂. It was also clarified that influence of partial Zr substitution on electrical property was slight, leading to the conclusion that BaCe_0.7Zr_0.2Y_0.1O_3?δ exhibited both high kinetic stability against CO₂ and relatively high proton conduction.     

Site-Selective Electrochemical C−H Carboxylation of Arenes with CO2

Herein, a direct, metal-free, and site-selective electrochemical C−H carboxylation of arenes by reductive activation using CO₂ as the economic and abundant carboxylic source was reported. The electrocarboxylation was carried out in an operationally simple manner with high chemo- and regioselectivity, setting the stage for the challenging site-selective C−H carboxylation of unactivated (hetero)arenes. The robust nature of the electrochemical strategy was reflected by a broad scope of substrates with excellent atom economy and unique selectivity. Notably, the direct and selective C−H carboxylation of various challenging arenes worked well in this approach, including electron-deficient naphthalenes, pyridines, simple phenyl derivatives, and substituted quinolines. The method benefits from being externally catalyst-free, metal-free and base-free, which makes it extremely attractive for potential applications.     

S−H…O and O−H…O Hydrogen Bonds-Comparison of Dimers of Thiocarboxylic and Carboxylic Acids

ωB97-XD/aug-cc-pVTZ calculations were performed on dimers of selected thiocarboxylic acids and on analogous carboxylic acids. The sample of calculated thiocarboxylic acids is an extension of the Cambridge Structural Database search that contains only a few such structures. The Natural Bond Orbital (NBO) method, Symmetry-Adapted Perturbation Theory (SAPT) approach, Non-Covalent Interaction (NCI) method and Quantum Theory of Atoms in Molecules (QTAIM) were applied additionally to analyse interactions in dimers of thiocarboxylic and carboxylic acids. The insights into crystal structures as well as into results of calculations show that the formation of S−H…O hydrogen bonds between molecules of thiocarboxylic acids is steered by the same mechanisms as the formation of much stronger O−H…O hydrogen bonds in carboxylic acids. The intramolecular O−H…O and C−H…S hydrogen bonds occurring in few considered structures are also analysed.     

柴油在超声波/Cu2+/H2O2中的氧化脱硫

为了实现生产低硫柴油和超低硫柴油的目标，以超声波为外加能源，构筑超声波/类Fenton试剂的柴油氧化脱硫反应体系，考察了水相pH值和超声功率这两个参数对柴油氧化脱硫效果的影响。实验结果表明，当类Fenton试剂的水相pH值为2.00左右时，其脱硫效果较好；无超声波下H2O2、类Fenton试剂、超声波/H2O2及超声波/类Fenton试剂的柴油氧化脱硫反应符合表观一级反应动力学规律。超声波功率的提高对氧化脱硫有明显的促进作用,这主要是由于功率的增加，有助于加速空穴的形成与内爆，从而促进反应的进行。     

Determination of the protonation state of [H3PW11O39]4− and the stability constant of [Ag(H2O)(H3PW11O39)]3− in aqueous solution

By employing elemental analysis, ³¹P NMR, pH, and conductivity measurements, the protonated state of lacunary heteropolyoxotungstophosphates in aqueous solution, {PW₁₁O₃₉}, is determined to be [H₃PW₁₁O₃₉]^4?. Using it as ligand, a complex of [Ag(H₂O)(H₃PW₁₁O₃₉)]^3? is formed. An electrochemical cell is designed as follows: (?) Hg, Hg₂Cl₂ [Ag(H₂O)(H₃PW₁₁O₃₉)]^3? (aq) | Ag(s) (+) (salt bridge is saturated KNO₃ solution). By measuring the electromotive force of the cell, the stability constant of [Ag(H₂O)(H₃PW₁₁O₃₉)]^3? in aqueous solution is determined to be 4.34 × 10³ (25 °C).     

Ab initio study of the HCO 3 − /H2O exchange in the (NH3)3 ZnII(HCO 3 − ) complex

Summary The displacement of bicarbonate anion in the (NH₃)₃Zn^II(HCO ₃ ^– ) complex with water has been studied throughab initio calculations. It has been found that H₂O binds to the (NH₃)₃Zn^II(HCO ₃ ^– ) species yielding a stable pentacoordinate (NH₃)₃Zn^II(HCO ₃ ^– )(H₂O) complex. The results also indicate that deprotonation of water in the pentacoordinate species facilitates the release of HCO ₃ ^– , although, the presence of HCO ₃ ^– in the coordination sphere of Zn^II makes such deprotonation more difficult. Environmental effects have been considered in the study of HCO ₃ ^– /H₂O exchange.A contribution from the Grup de Química Quàntica de l'Institut d'Estudis Catalans     

Structure of (C3H5NH3)2H2P2O7·H2O

The bis(cyclopropylammonium)dihydrogenodiphosphate monohydrate is a new diphosphate associated with the organic molecule C₃H₅NH₂. We report the chemical preparation and the crystal structure of this organic cation diphosphate. (C₃H₅NH₃)₂H₂P₂O₇.H₂O is orthorhombic (S.G. : P2₁2₁2₁), with Z = 4 and the following unit-cell parameters : a = 4.828(1) Å, b = 11.011(1) Å, c = 25.645(2) Å. The P₂O₇ groups and H₂O water molecules form a succession of bidimensional layers perpendicular to the c axis. The organic cations ensure the three-dimensional cohesion by NH-O hydrogen bonds.     

Pitzer Parameters for the Pertechnetate Ion in the System Na+/K+/Mg2+/Ca2+/Cl−/SO 2 4 −/TcO − 4 /H2O at 25°C

Isopiestic vapor pressure experiments are performed at 25°C with aqueous Mg(TcO₄)₂ solutions and with ternary mixtures containing various combinations of NaTcO₄, Mg(TcO₄)₂, NaCl, MgCl₂, Na₂SO₄, and MgSO₄. The osmotic coefficients of the binary solutions are used to evaluate the binary Pitzer parameters ⁽⁰⁾, ⁽¹⁾, and C for Mg(TcO₄)₂. We previously reported these parameters for NaTcO₄. The binary parameters for KTcO₄ and Ca(TcO₄)₂ are evaluated from solubilities of KTcO₄ in KCl and CaCl₂ solutions, respectively. The mixing parameters _{TcO 4} ^– _/Cl ^–, _{M/TcO 4} ^– _/Cl ^–, _{TcO 4} ^– _{/SO 4} ^2– , _{M/TcO 4} ^– _{/SO 4} ^2– , and _Na ⁺ _/Mg ²⁺ _/TcO4 ^2– are calculated from either osmotic coefficients or solubilities in the corresponding ternary mixtures. The evaluated set of Pitzer parameters predicts well the activity coefficients and solubilities of KTcO₄ in multicomponent systems.     

Co3O4−CeO2 Nanocomposites for Low-Temperature CO Oxidation

In an effort to combine the favorable catalytic properties of Co₃O₄ and CeO₂, nanocomposites with different phase distribution and Co₃O₄ loading were prepared and employed for CO oxidation. Synthesizing Co₃O₄-modified CeO₂ via three different sol-gel based routes, each with 10.4 wt % Co₃O₄ loading, yielded three different nanocomposite morphologies: CeO₂-supported Co₃O₄ layers, intermixed oxides, and homogeneously dispersed Co. The reactivity of the resulting surface oxygen species towards CO were examined by temperature programmed reduction (CO-TPR) and flow reactor kinetic tests. The first morphology exhibited the best performance due to its active Co₃O₄ surface layer, reducing the light-off temperature of CeO₂ by about 200 °C. In contrast, intermixed oxides and Co-doped CeO₂ suffered from lower dispersion and organic residues, respectively. The performance of Co₃O₄-CeO₂ nanocomposites was optimized by varying the Co₃O₄ loading, characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and N₂ sorption (BET). The 16–65 wt % Co₃O₄−CeO₂ catalysts approached the conversion of 1 wt % Pt/CeO₂, rendering them interesting candidates for low-temperature CO oxidation.