Spin conversion of positronium in paramagnetic solutions studied by age-momentum-correlation method

Correlated measurement of the lifetime and of the lineshape of the 511 keV annihilation radiation of positrons (age-momentum correlation, AMOC) has become a powerful tool for investigating reactions of positron or positronium in condensed matter as a function of time. The beam-based ⁺ AMOC method installed at the Stuttgart relativistic positron beam facility (E _kin ^e+ 4MeV) offers substantial advantages over the conventional E coincidence technique resulting in a fast data taking due to the unity detection efficiency of the ⁺ scintillator which provides the start signal for the lifetime measurement. In this paper the application of AMOC to positronium chemistry is illustrated by the study of spin conversion of positronium in the system methanol/HTEMPO as a function of HTEMPO (4-hydroxy-2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl, a paramagnetic solute) concentration. The same technique can be applied to other systems and other reactions in positronium chemistry, e. g., oxidation or complex formation.     

Kinetics of ion exchange sorption of phosphate

The kinetics of phosphate sorption on Amberlite IRA-400 has been studied as a function of temperature, nature of counterions, at two different concentrations. The film and particle diffusion coefficients and the activation parameters of the process are calculated.

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Coupling of thermometric titrimetry and constant-current coulometry: Study and applications

Two systems involving the coupling of thermometric and coulometry are presented. In the first assembly, the two electrodes were in the same compartment. Bromocoulometry was used to test the possibilities of this coupling in the sequential titration of a vitamin C+ aspirin mixture about (10^–4 M) and the determination of enthalpy changes. In a second coupling system, the anodic and cathodic compartments were separated by a sintered-glass disc of porosity 3. The conditions for obtaining an electrochemical cell which is also a good calorimeter are discussed. Examples of applications are given, such as analytical measurements, the study of an electrochemically catalysed reaction and of the thermal effects of electrode reactions.

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Zusammenfassung Zwei Systeme werden beschrieben, die eine Kombination von thermometrischer Titrimetrie und Coulometrie darstellen. Bei der ersten Vorrichtung sind die Elektroden im gleichen Raum Untergebracht. Die Bromocoulometric wurde zur Testung der durch diese Kombination für die aufeinanderfolgende Titration von Vitamin C/Aspirin Gemischen (ungefähr 10^–4 M) und für die Bestimmung der Enthalpieänderungen gebotenen Möglichkeiten angewandt. In einem zweiten kombinierten System waren Anoden- und Kathodenraum durch ein Sinterglasfilter der Porosität 3 voneinander getrennt. Es werden die Bedingungen diskutiert, die notwendig sind, um eine elektrochemische Zelle zu erhalten, die zugleich auch ein gutes Kalorimeter ist. Anwendungsbeispiele sind angegeben, wie analytische Messungen und elektrochemische Untersuchungen katalysierter Reaktionen oder thermischer Effekte von Elektrodenreaktionen.

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A New Gamma-Ray Spectrum Catalog for PGAA

A major obstacle to the use of the prompt gamma activation analysis (PGAA) method has so far been the lack of a suitable library. Therefore, new measurements have been performed at the PGAA facility at Budapest Research Reactor (BRR) in order to create a prompt -ray catalog for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Prompt -ray energies and associated k ₀-factors have been determined by internal standardization. The resulting catalog contains prompt -ray data from neutron capture and other reactions such as (n,), and decay -ray data from short-lived reaction products. Data have been measured for nearly all stable elements, from hydrogen to uranium. Generally, data for several isotopes are given, to enable isotopic analysis as well.     

Mass spectrometric study of monoalkyl-substituted thiacyclanes

Monosubstituted - and -alkylthiophans and -, -, and -alkylthiacyclohexanes were subjected to a comparative mass spectrometric study. The stability of the M⁺ ion increases on passing from - to -alkylthiophans and from - to - and -alkylthiacyclohexanes. In the case of -alkylthiophans and - and -alkylthia-cyclohexanes the principal process is associated with ejection of the substituent as a whole, whereas a portion of the alkyl substituent, with retention of one CH₂ group in the composition of the charged fragment, is eliminated from the molecular ions of -alkylthiophans and -alkylthiacyclohexanes.Translated from Khimiya Geterotsiklicheskikh Soedinenii, No. 2, pp. 176–181, February, 1978.     

Analyse thermique differentielle et cinetique de reaction

Résumé Dans cette seconde partie, en désignant par la vitesse de chauffe supposée constante et(t) un paramètre dépendant du tempst, caractérisant le degré d'évolution de la transformation considérée, on établit les équations des courbes de température différentielleT== f [, (t)] dans le cas des transformations de phase (fusion, solidification) des transformations allotropiques et dans le cas des réactions de dismutation sans variation de masse. On montre également comment les relations obtenues sont modifiées lorsque l'on considère les réactions avec ou sans variation de masse, inverses de celles déjà étudiées. Enfin, on établit théoriquement les propriétés de la dérivée d/dt T, propriétés dont une est mise à profit dans certaines études de cinétique hétérogène faites à partir des courbes d'analyse thermique différentielle.

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Equations are given for describing the differential temperature curves of phase transformation (fusion and solidification) and allotropic transformations, as well as of dismutation reactions proceeding without any change in weight. It is shown how the obtained relationships are modified according to whether the reaction proceeds with or without weight change. Finally, the properties of the derivative d/dt gDT are established theoretically that can be used to advantage in the investigation of heterogeneous kinetics on the basis of DTA curves.

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Zusammenfassung Die Gleichung der differentialthermoanalytischen KurveT == f[, (t)] für den Fall von Phasenumwandlungen (Schmelzen, Erstarren), von allotropen Umsetzungen und von ohne Gewichtsänderung verlaufenden Umwandlungsreaktionen wurden theoretisch abgeleitet, wobei die konstante Aufheizungsgeschwindigkeit,(t) ein zeitabhängiger, den Verlaufsgrad der Reaktion kennzeichnender Parameter ist. Es wurde gezeigt, wie sich die erhaltenen Beziehungen ändern, wenn die Reaktionen mit oder ohne Gewichtsänderung in entgegengesetzter Richtung verlaufen. Gewisse Eigenschaften der Derivierten d/dtT wurden theoretisch untersucht. Eine von ihnen läßt sich bei der Untersuchung der Kinetik von heterogenen Reaktionen durch die Differentialthermoanalyse verwenden.

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II , (, ) , T=f[,(t)], ,(t) — , , . , . d/dt T; .

     

Studies in dipyridyl chemistry. VII. Sulfur trioxide sulfonation of γ,γ′-dipyridyl

Reaction of ,-dipyridyl with sulfur trioxide at room temperature gives ,-dipyridyld'isulfotrioxide, which latter on heating at 200° gives ,-dipyridyl-sulfonic acid. Salts of ,-dipyridyl-3-sulfonic acid are prepared, among them the potassium, sodium, barium, and 3-cyano-,-dipyridyl salts.For Part VI see [1].     

Contribution to the kinetics of the process of dissolution

Some characteristics of the kinetic equation of dissolution are discussed, bearing in mind that in the course of the process, along with the concentration of the solution, the surface of the soluble substance is also changed. The opportunity for the appication of an exponential kinetic equation is pointed out. Methods are proposed for calculating the solubility and also for using the integral forms of the exponential equation. The meaning of the coefficient of proportionality is explained.

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Kinetics of the thermal dehydration of variscite and specific surface area of the solid decomposition products

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.

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Zusammenfassung Die Oberflächenbeschaffenheiten der aktiven Festkörper, welche bei der thermischen Behandlung im Vakuum oder in Luft als Zersetzungsprodukte von AlPO₄ · 2 H₂O entstehen, werden im Zusammenhang mit dem die Kinetik des Dehydratisierungsvorganges steuernden Parameter studiert. Die bei isothermen Bedingungen für die Aktivierungsenergien der Zersetzung erhaltenen Werte sind in befriedigender übereinstimmung mit denjenigen, welche mittels der Methode von Freeman und Carroll aus den TG-Kurven errechnet wurden. Die gemäß der Mampel-Theorie analysierten kinetischen Ergebnisse lassen darauf schließen, daß die Aktivierungsenergie der Nukleationsvorgänge die Geschwindigkeit der Oberflächen-Entstehung bedingt und rechtfertigen die Beobachtung, nach welcher die spezifische Oberfläche vakuumbehandelter Proben größer ist als die der luftbehandelten.

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Résumé On étudie les propriétés de surface des solides actifs provenant de la décomposition de AlPO₄ · 2 H₂O par traitement sous vide et dans l'air et on les rapporte aux paramètres gouvernant la cinétique du processus de déshydratation. Les valeurs obtenues en conditions isothermes pour les énergies d'activation de la décomposition sont en accord acceptable avec celles calculées à partir des courbes TG par la méthode de Freeman et Carroll. Les résultats cinétiques qui sont analysés dans le sens de la théorie de Mampel font conclure que c'est l'énergie d'activation du processus de nucléation qui détermine la vitesse de la formation de la surface; ils justifient le fait observé que la surface spécifique des échantillons traités sous vide est plus grande que celle des échantillons traités dans l'air.

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A new improved expression for gamma-ray detection efficiency of Ge(Li) detectors

In the present paper, a new improved expression for -ray detection efficiency of Ge(Li) detectors, ⁰ , is given. It is represented as a continuous function of x (viz. E ^–1) with a maximum and decreases very rapidly to a small positive value as -ray energy, E, drops to 40 keV or lower, but slowly as E rises to 1.7 MeV or higher. Since it can well represent the whole physical process of the -ray detection, this expression may be one of the simplest and most precise representations, for ⁰ at the present time.     

Synthesis of Δα,β-butenolides by oxidative dehydrocarboxylation of paraconic acids

Conclusions A new method is proposed for the synthesis of -alkyl-,-butenolides by oxidative dehydrocarboxylation of -alkylparaconic acids by the S₂O₈ ^2–-AgNO₃-CuSO₄ system.Translated from Izvestiya Akademii Nauk SSSR, Seriya Khimicheskaya, No.1, pp.117–120, January, 1976.     

The Interactions of Titanocene Dihalides with α-, β- and γ-cyclodextrin Host Molecules

The inclusion of titanocene dihalides (X = F, Cl) into -, - and -cyclodextrin hosts was studied by NMR spectroscopy, thermal analysis and mass spectrometry. It was found that -cyclodextrin does not form inclusion complexes with titanocene halides whereas - and -cyclodextrin do form such complexes. According to the changes in NMR spectra we propose that there is a shallow penetration of a guest molecule of titanocene dihalide into the cavity in the case of -cyclodextrin, but deeper penetration in the case of -cyclodextrin. The stability of the latter inclusion complexes was studied by NMR shift titration.     

Influence of Mo ions and OH groups on l-butene isomerization

It has been shown that loading of silica and silica-alumina with Mo(VI) increases considerably their catalytic activity in 1-butene isomerization to 2-butenes with the preservation of carbocation intermediate mechanism. For the enhancement of catalytic activity the presence of acidic OH groups and Mo(VI) reducible to Mo(V) is necessary.

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Transfer activity coefficient of the proton in water-pyridine mixtures. A comparison of some extrathermodynamic assumptions

Various water-pyridine mixtures have been selected in order to compare several of the most popular extrathermodynamic assumptions involved in the determination of the transfer activity coefficient of the proton, _t(H⁺). Two techniques have been utilized for this purpose: voltammetry [study of the ferrocene, ferricyanide, or thallium(1) systems] and potentiometry at equilibrium (emf measurements of various galvanic cells, including liquid junctions and hydrogen electrode or silver electrode as a test electrode). The assumptions have been classified into various groups [e.g., _t(Z^p+)=_t(Z^q+) or _t(X^–)=_t(Y⁺)], and the values of _t(H⁺) have been experimentally determined in each case. The results vary depending upon the basic assumption (several pH units); less important differences (e.g., 0.5 pH unit) occur within a given group, and this may be assigned to the nature of the reference species chosen. A simple model of solvation has been also examined; the application of the law of mass action to the corresponding equilibrium provides results close to the _t(X^–) =_t(Y⁺)type of assumptions which ultimately leads to most self-consistent results.     

Die Anwendung Thermoanalytischer Methoden zur Charakterisierung Faserbildender Organischer Hochpolymerer

Zusammenfassung An Hand von Literaturbeispielen und eigenen Arbeiten wird eine Übersicht über Anwendungsmöglichkeiten der Thermogravimetrie (TG) auf dem Gebiete der faserbildenden organischen Hochpolymeren gegeben. Die Untersuchung der relativen Thermostabilität, deren Veränderung durch Modifizierung der Polymeren oder den Zusatz von Stabilisatoren und die Ableitung kinetischer Daten werden besonders herausgestellt. Die Vorteile der Differentialthermogravimetrie sowie die Notwendigkeit isothermer thermogravimetrischer Untersuchungen zur Charakterisierung des thermischen Langzeitverhaltens werden erläutert. Abschließend werden allgemeine Einschränkungen und Empfehlungen für die Anwendung der TG, z. B. die Kombination mit anderen Charakterisierungsmethoden, genannt.

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A review on the application of thermogravimetry (TG) in the field of fiber-forming organic high polymers is given by examples from the literature and from the work of the author. The investigation of the relative thermostability, their changes by modification of the polymers or by addition of stabilizers and the calculation of kinetic values are particularly stressed. The advantage of derivative thermogravimetry and the necessity for isothermal thermogravimetric investigation to characterize the longtime behaviour of polymers are explained. Finally, general limitations of, and recommendations for, the application of TG, e.g. the combination with other methods of investigation, are mentioned.

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Résumé On donne une vue d'ensemble sur les possibilités d'application de la thermogravimétrie (TG) dans le domaine des hauts polymères organiques fibriformes, en se servant d'exemples pris dans la littérature et de travaux personnels. On dégage les données relatives à la stabilité thermique et aux changements qui s'y rapportent si l'on modifie le polymère ou si on le traite par des stabilisateurs; on présente également le calcul des paramètres cinétiques. On montre les avantages de la thermogravimétrie différentielle ainsi que la nécessité d'effectuer des essais thermogravimétriques isothermes pour caractériser le comportement thermique de longue durée. Enfin, on mentionne les limites et les avantages dans l'emploi de la TG, par exemple, l'emploi combiné avec d'autres méthodes de caractérisation.

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Effect of the dielectric constant on the reactivity of alkyl and polychloroalkyl radicals in addition and substitution reactions

Generalized data for the effect of reaction medium on the elementary steps of radical homo-and cotelomerization of olefins with carbon tetrachloride are generalized.

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Photochromism of spirobenzopyran in the membrane of surfactant vesicle and in the cavity of cyclodextrins

Photochromic reaction of water insoluble 1,3,3-trimethyl-6-nitrospiro[2H-1-benzopyran-2,2-indoline] (SP) was studied in water with the aid of vesicles and -cyclodextrin (-CD). In both systems, the photochromic reaction of SP was observable in spite of the low solubility of SP in water. In order to examine the microenvironment around the SP and the reaction product, photomerocyanin (MC), in those systems, the spectrum of MC was measured in various organic solvent of various polarity. Decreasing the polarity of the solvent decreased the peak absorbance and shifted the peak wavelength to the long wavelengths. When the vesicles were used, the reactant, SP, and the product, MC, were solubilized in different regions of different polarity. The reaction substrate was then supposed to have moved from the hydrophobic region of the membrane to the hydrophilic one after the photoisomerzation. The photochromic reaction of SP in the presence of -CD was slower than in the vesicles and faster than that in methanol. The polarity in the vesicular membrane and the limited rotation of the reactant in the cavity of -CD may have influenced the reaction rate. The prolonged light irradiation period resulted in a simultaneous photoreaction and polymerization, producing some unknown side reaction.     

Thermal decompositions of Y,La and lanthanide 3-hydroxybenzoates in air and nitrogen atmospheres

When heated, the 3-hydroxybenzoates of Y, Sm and Eu(III) decompose in two steps. The hydrates first lose crystallization water and the anhydrous complexes are then transformed to oxides in air, and to mixtures of oxide and C in nitrogen atmosphere. When heated in air, the pentahydrates of La, Pr and Nd are dehydrated in two stages and the anhydrous complexes are then transformed to oxides; when heated in nitrogen, they are dehydrated in one step and then decomposed to mixtures of oxides and C.

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Zusammenfassung Die 3-Hydroxybenzoate von Y, Sm und Eu(III) zersetzen sich beim Erhitzen in zwei Schritten. Die Hydrate verlieren zunächst Kristallwasser und die wasserfreien Komplexe werden in Luft in die Oxide und in Stickstoffatmosphäre in ein Gemisch des betreffenden Oxids und Kohlenstoff überführt. Beim Erhitzen in Luft werden die Pentahydrate von La, Pr und Nd in zwei Schritten dehydratisiert und die wasserfreien Komplexe in die Oxide überführt; beim Erhitzen in Stickstoff erfolgt dagegen die Dehydratisierung in nur einem Schritt und Endprodukt der Zersetzung ist ein Gemisch von Kohlenstoff und dem entsprechenden Oxid.

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