Organic solid-state reactions

The role of voids and cracks in solid-state reaction between 8-hydroxyquinoline and phthalic anhydride has been investigated. 8-hydroxyquinoline reacts with phthalic anhydride both in solution and in solid state, forming a 1:1 yellow-colored complex. X-ray diffraction studies prove that the complex obtained from the solid-state reaction is the same as that obtained from solution. Several techniques have been used to study the kinetics of the reaction in the solid state. Kinetic studies by capillary technique showed that surface migration is the mode of diffusion of reactant concerned. Dilatometric technique confirms the formation of cracks and voids in the systems and shows that the reaction is propagated through the channels.