Solubility of 1-Butene in Water and in a Medium for Cultivation of a Bacterial Strain

Solubility measurements of 1-butene in water, from 20 to 50°C and at atmospheric pressure, were carried out using a Ben-Naim/Baer-type apparatus. The experimental results have a precision of about ±0.3%. Using accurate thermodynamic relations, the Ostwald coefficients at the experimental conditions and at infinite dilution, the mole fractions of the dissolved gas at the gas partial pressure of 101.325 kPa and the Henry coefficients at the water vapor pressure were calculated. The mole fraction of dissolved gas were fitted to the Clarke, Glew, and Weiss equation and thermodynamic quantities, standard molar Gibbs energy, entropy, and enthalpy changes, for the process of transferring the 1-butene molecules from the gaseous to the water phase, were computed. Moreover, solubility measurements of 1-butene in an aqueous medium for the cultivation of Xanthobacter Py2 in the same temperature range were also performed at atmospheric pressure. These solubility data are approximately 2.6% lower than those observed in pure water.     

Solubility of methane in water and in a medium for the cultivation of methanotrophs bacteria

Solubility of methane in water and in an aqueous growth medium for the cultivation of methanotrophs bacteria was determined over the temperature range 293.15 to 323.15 K and at atmospheric pressure. The measurements were carried out in a Ben-Naim/Baer type apparatus with a precision of about ±0.3%. The experimental results were determined using accurate thermodynamic relations. The mole fractions of the dissolved gas at the gas partial pressure of 101.325 kPa, the Henry coefficients at the water vapour pressure and the Ostwald coefficients at infinite dilution were obtained. A comparison between the solubility of methane in water and those observed in fermentation medium over the temperature range of 298.15 to 308.15 K has shown that this gas is about ±2.3% more soluble in water.The temperature dependence of the mole fractions of methane was also determined using the Clarke-Glew-Weiss equation and the thermodynamic quantities, Gibbs energy, enthalpy and entropy changes, associated with the dissolution process were calculated.Furthermore, the experimental Henry coefficients for methane in water are compared with those calculated by the scaled particle theory. The estimated Henry coefficients are about ±4% lower than the experimental ones.     

Thermodynamics of alternating copolymer of styrene and CO in the 0—600 K region

The temperature dependence of heat capacity and the temperatures and enthalpies of physical transitions of the alternating copolymer of styrene and CO were studied in the 5—600 K region by the adiabatic vacuum and dynamic calorimetric techniques. The heat of combustion of the copolymer was measured at 298.15 K in a calorimeter with a static bomb and an isothermal shield. The thermodynamic parameters of glass transition and fusion were determined. The thermodynamic functions in the 0—550 K region and thermodynamic characteristics of the formation of the copolymer from simple substances at T = 298.15 K and p = 101.325 kPa were calculated. The thermodynamic parameters of alternating copolymerization in the bulk of styrene and CO were calculated in the 0—350 K region at a standard pressure.     

Reduced Redlich–Kister functions and interaction studies of Dehpa + Petrofin binary mixtures at 298.15 K

In order to understand the effect of different types of interactions in liquid mixtures by applying the correlative reduced Redlich–Kister equation, excess molar volume, excess dielectric constant, deviation in refractive index, deviation in molar refraction and molar polarisation were calculated at the temperature 298.15 K and atmospheric pressure P = 101.325 kPa for the binary mixture Petrofin (1) + Dehpa (2). The experimentally determined data of density and refractive index which were published earlier were used for these calculations. The results were interpreted in terms of structural effects of the solvents.     

Experimental test of the Sydney Young equation for the presentation of distillation curves

The distillation (or boiling) curve of a complex fluid is a critically important indicator of the bulk behavior or response of the fluid. For this reason, the distillation curve, usually presented graphically as boiling temperature against volume fraction distilled, is often cited as a primary design and testing criterion for liquid fuels, lubricants and other important industrial fluids. Clearly, the boiling temperatures that is measured near ambient conditions during the course of a distillation curve determination depend upon the local atmospheric pressure. For this reason, the user community is accustomed to data presented with an adjustment of the temperatures to those that would be observed at a standard atmospheric pressure of 101.325 kPa, or standard atmospheric pressure of 1 atm. Typically, this is done with a simplified Sydney Young equation. This correction makes little difference to measurements done consistently in a particular laboratory, or when the atmospheric pressure varies little. The correction can be quite large when measurements are done in laboratories at different elevations, however. In this paper, we describe an evaluation of this correction. Specifically, we performed measurements of the distillation curve of a binary mixture of (n-decane + n-tetradecane) at three elevations (and, therefore three different values of atmospheric pressures, (70.06, 82.73, and 101.00) kPa). Comparisons are made between the raw and adjusted values, and recommendations are presented as to when the equation might be inadequate.     

Measurements of saturated-liquid densities for isobutane at T = (280 to 407) K

Ten measurements of the saturated-liquid density for isobutane were obtained by means of a metal-bellows variable volumometer at T = (280 to 407) K. The mole fraction purity of the isobutane used in the measurements was 0.9999. For the determination of the saturation boundary at each temperature for isobutane, we measured the density data at intervals of about 12 kPa very close to the saturation boundary. The expanded uncertainties (k = 2) in temperature, pressure, and density measurements have been estimated to be less than 3 mK, less than 0.8 kPa, and 0.08%, respectively. After such measurements had been completed, the saturated-liquid density results for each temperature were determined as the point of intersect between the isotherm and our previously determined vapour pressure value. The expanded uncertainties (k = 2) in the present saturated-liquid density data have also been estimated to be less than 0.08%, except the uncertainty of the saturated-liquid density data at T = 400 K being 0.09% (0.31 kg · m⁻³). Based on the present measurements as input data, the saturated-liquid density correlation were also provided for the systematic comparisons between the present measurements and the literature data.     

Conversion of ethylene to butadiene and higher hydrocarbons in the absence of a catalyst

The conversion of ethylene to butadiene and higher hydrocarbons in the absence of a catalyst in the temperature range 973–1023 K, an ethylene partial pressure of 2–15 kPa and a flow rate of 30–150 cm³/min. The effect of the reactor free space on the overall conversion of ethylene and its selectivity has been studied. The probable steps in the formation of the principal products is discussed.Translated from Teoreticheskaya i éksperimental'naya Khimiya, Vol. 31, No. 2, pp. 95–99, March–April, 1995.This work was carried out with a grant from the Ukraine State Committee on Science and Technology.     

Solubility of bosentan in {propylene glycol + water} mixtures at various temperatures: experimental data and mathematical modelling

Solubility measurements were performed for bosentan (BST) in binary mixtures of propylene glycol (PG) and water at atmospheric pressure within the temperature range, T = 293.2 – 313.2 K by employing a shake-flask method. Generated solubility data were correlated with Jouyban-Acree-van’t Hoff model and the accuracies of the predicted solubilities and model performance were illustrated by mean relative deviations (MRD). Furthermore, the apparent thermodynamic properties of BST dissolving in all the mixed solvents were calculated, and the obtained results show that the dissolution process is endothermic. By using the inverse Kirkwood–Buff integrals, it was observed that BST is preferentially solvated by water in water-rich solvent mixtures and preferentially solvated by PG (as a cosolvent) in the composition range of 0.20 < x₁ < 1.00 at 298.2 K.     

Solubility of α-amino acids in water under high pressure: glycine, -alanine, -valine, -leucine, and -isoleucine

The solubility of glycine, -alanine, -valine, -leucine, and -isoleucine in water was measured at 298.15 K and pressures up to 400 MPa. The standard deviation of the logarithm of the solubility is 0.001–0.003, equal to or better than the accuracy of atmospheric pressure measurement in the literature (0.001–0.05). A variety of solubility phenomena were observed. The solubility of glycine decreased with increasing pressure, whereas that of -alanine increased. The -valine and -isoleucine have a solubility maximum at around 100 MPa, and -leucine seems to exhibit a solid-phase phase transition at around 200 MPa. Pressure coefficient of the solubilities at 0.10 MPa is compared with that thermodynamically estimated in reference to aqueous density measurements of glycine and -alanine at 298.15 K and 0.10 MPa, supporting a reliability of our high-pressure measurements.     

Mixing study of the induction plasma reactor: Part I. Axial injection mode

A systematic study of the gas-mixing pattern in an induction plasma reactor under atmospheric and low pressure conditions is reported. Different reactor configurations were investigated in which nitrogen is injected as an auxiliary gas either axially into an Ar/H₂, discharge in the center of the induction coil region, or radially through multiple orifices, into the plasma jet at tire exit nozzle of the torch. Concentration mapping in the mixing zone was carried out, using a VG-Microniass-PC 300 D mass spectrometer at plasma power levels and reactor pressures, in the range of 13–24 k 6V and 35–93 kPa, respectively. Comparison of these results with cold-flow measurements underlined the substantial difference in the mixing pattern in each of these two cases. A considerably faster mixing of the gases is noted under cold flow conditions compared to that in the presence of the discharge. The results are discussed from the viewpoint of their use for optimum reactor design applied to tire vapor-phase synthesis of ultrafine ceramic powders, using induction plasma technology.     

Thermodynamics of alternating copolymer of ethylene and carbon monoxide in the 0–600 K region

The temperature dependence of the heat capacity of the alternating copolymer (ACP) of carbon monoxide with ethylene was studied, and temperatures and enthalpies of its phase transformations were measured by adiabatic vacuum, dynamic, and isothermal calorimetry in the temperature range from 8 to 600 K. The energy of burning of ACP was measured at 298.15 K in a calorimeter with the static bomb and isothermal shell. The thermodynamic parameters of transformation of the α-form of ACP crystals into the β-form and fusion of the β-form were determined. The thermodynamic functions for the 0–507 K range and thermodynamic characteristics atT=298.15 K andp=101.325 kPa were calculated. The thermodynamic parameters of the alternating copolymerization of ethylene and CO at 0–507 K and standard pressure were calculated for the bulk reaction. Translated fromIzvestiya Akademii Nauk. Seriya Khimicheskaya, No. 2, pp. 284–288, February, 1998.     

Solubility of Lithium Nitrate in Solutions of Lithium Halides

Solubility isotherms in LiNO₃ – LiX – H₂O (X = Cl, Br, I) systems at 298.15 K were measured for the first time with special regard to the retrograde solubility of lithium nitrate trihydrate. The compositions of solutions used as media in absorption refrigerators and heat pumps were compared with the results and subsequently discussed.     

Thermodynamics of alternating copolymer of propylene and CO in the 0–550 K region

The temperature dependences of the heat capacity and the temperatures and enthalpies of physical transitions of the alternating copolymer of propylene and CO were studied in the 5–550 K region by adiabatic vacuum and dynamic calorimetry techniques. The heat of combustion of the copolymer was measured at 298.15 K in a calorimeter with a static bomb and an isothermal shield. The thermodynamic parameters of glass transition and fusing were estimated. The thermodynamic functions in the 0–450 K region and the thermodynamic characteristics of the formation of the copolymer from simple substances atT=298.15 K andp=101.325 kPa were calculated. The thermodynamic parameters of the alternating copolymerization of bulk propylene and CO were calculated in the 0–450 K region at standard pressure.     

Densities,Apparent Molar Volumes and Viscosities of Concentrated Aqueous NaNO<Subscript>3</Subscript> Solutions at Temperatures from 298 to 607 K and at Pressures up to 30 MPa

Densities of four (2.124, 2.953, 5.015 and 6.271 mol-kg⁻¹) and viscosities of eight (0.265, 0.503, 0.665, 1.412, 2.106, 2.977, 5.015 and 6.271 mol-kg⁻¹) NaNO₃(aq) solutions have been measured with a constant-volume piezometer immersed in a precision liquid thermostat and using capillary flow techniques, respectively. Measurements were made at pressures up to 30 MPa. The temperature range was 298–607 K for the density measurements and 298–576 K for the viscosity measurements. The total uncertainty of density, viscosity, pressure, temperature and composition measurements were estimated to be less than 0.06%, 1.6%, 0.05%, 15 mK and 0.02%, respectively. The temperature, pressure and concentration dependence of density and viscosity of NaNO₃(aq) solutions were studied. The measured values of density and viscosity of NaNO₃(aq) were compared with data and correlations reported in the literature. Apparent molar volumes were derived using the measured density values. The viscosity data have been interpreted in terms of the extended Jones–Dole equation for strong electrolytes. The values of the viscosity A-, B-, D- and F-coefficients of the extended Jones–Dole equation for the relative viscosity (η/η₀) of NaNO₃(aq) solutions were evaluated as a function of temperature. The derived values of the viscosity A- and B-coefficients were compared with the results predicted by Falkenhagen–Dole theory of electrolyte solutions and calculated with the ionic B-coefficient data.     

Solubility of Lithium Nitrate in Solutions of Lithium Halides

Summary. Solubility isotherms in LiNO₃ – LiX – H₂O (X = Cl, Br, I) systems at 298.15 K were measured for the first time with special regard to the retrograde solubility of lithium nitrate trihydrate. The compositions of solutions used as media in absorption refrigerators and heat pumps were compared with the results and subsequently discussed.     

Propane transformation on H-GaZSM-5 as a function of Ga content

Gallosilicates with different contents of gallium have been studied in propane aromatization reaction. Catalytic evaluations were carried out at atmospheric pressure, varying temperature and reactant flow. The best results in yield to BTX products were obtained for samples with gallium contents of 3–5 wt. %.     

PVTx measurements in the gas phase for binary mixtures of HFC-161 and HFC-227ea

The gaseous PVTx properties of ethyl fluoride (HFC-161) + 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (HFC-227ea) mixtures were measured at temperatures from 318.180 to 403.205 K and corresponding pressures from 961.3 to 3129.8 kPa using the isochoric method. The uncertainties in the present measurements were estimated to be ±1.5 kPa for pressure and ±6 mK for temperature. On the basis of the experimental PVTx property data, a truncated virial equation of state was developed for the binary HFC-161/227ea system. This equation reproduced the experimental data in the gas phase within ±0.164% in pressure and within ±0.178% in density.     

Formation of block copolymer micelles in solutions of a linear homopolymer in a good solvent

The existence of micelles of polystyrene-block-poly(ethylene/propene) in solutions of polystyrene in toluene was investigated. Toluene is a good solvent of both copolymer blocks whereas polystyrene and poly(ethylene/propene) are immiscible polymers. The presence of homopolystyrene at high enough concentration can induce the micellization of polystyrene-block-poly(ethylene/propene) in solution of a good solvent such as toluene. The thermodynamics of this new micelle system at a given polystyrene concentration was studied. Light scattering measurements were carried out in order to determine the critical micelle temperature (CMT) of different micellar solutions. Standard Gibbs energy, enthalpy and entropy of micellization were estimated from CMT and concentration data. The numerical values found were less negative than those found for micelle systems consisting in a block copolymer dissolved in a single selective solvent.     

Porous Organic Frameworks-derived Porous Carbons with Outstanding Gas Adsorption Performance

A series of porous carbon materials was synthesized via high temperature pyrolysis from well-defined and thermally stable precursors, namely porous organic frameworks(POFs), in inert atmosphere. The porous carbon materials showed enhanced gas adsorption capacities together with increased heat of adsorption and stronger affinity between the frameworks and the gases as compared to the precursor materials. To exemplify, sample C-POF-TBBP-1000 with a high BET surface area of 1290 m²/g can adsorb 2.8 mmol/g CH₄(273 K, 101.325 kPa), 5.4 mmol/g CO₂(273 K, 101.325 kPa) and 2.2% H₂(mass fraction, 77 K, 101.325 kPa), thereby surpassing most other porous adsorbent materials reported till date. The study highlights the potential of porous carbons derived from novel porous organic framework structures for gas adsorption applications.     

Particle velocity measurements in induction plasma spraying

Laser Dopple anemometry (LDA) measurements of the particle velocity are carried out during an induction plasma spraying operation. The velocity of nickel alloy particles, or molten droplets, at the exit of an induction plasma torch prior to impact on the substrate is shown to vary with the plasma and powder injection conditions. Plasma spraying under soft vacuum (150–450 Torr) gives rise to substantially higher particle velocities (40–60 m/sec) compared to those attained at atmospheric pressure (10–20 m/sec).