Multi-Scale Analysis of Changes in Crack-Free Flattened Moso Bamboo After Saturated Steam Treatment and Flattening Process

ABSTRACTIn this study, Moso bamboo was firstly softened by saturated steam and then pressed flat by a machine. The modification effect (high-temperature saturated steam) was characterized by FTIR, XRD, SEM, and wet chemistry. The dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) was used to investigate the effects of three variables (temperature, time, and moisture content) on the thermal-mechanical properties of Moso bamboo. The results indicated that high-temperature saturated steam can effectively soften bamboo cells under high pressure at high temperature. As expected, in comparison with reference samples, the content of hemicellulose and cellulose decreased, while that of relative lignin increased. The results of the changes in main chemical composition were further confirmed by FTIR, which showed that the intensity of the main peak belongs to hemicellulose decreased, so the polysaccharide such as hemicellulose went through the process of hydrolysis and pyrolysis. An increase in the moisture content of bamboo led to a decrement in storage modulus value, which can be attributed to the plasticizing effect. Both temperature and time had a positive effect on the reduction in glass transition temperature. This conclusion not only helps to understand the relationship between bamboo and water, but also provides guide for the utilization and production process of crack-free flattened bamboo board and its products in the construction and building fields.

PENGARUH WAKTU KALSINASI TERHADAP SIFAT FISIKA-KIMIA HIDROKSIAPATIT DARI CANGKANG GELOINA COAXANS

Hidroksiapatit (HAp) merupakan salah satu senyawa biokeramik yang digunakan dalam berbagai aplikasi. Pada penelitian ini telah dilakukan sintesis hidroksiapatit (HAp) dengan metode pengendapan menggunakan cangkang lokan (Geloina coaxans) dan H3PO4 sebagai prekursor. Analisis menggunakan X-Ray Flourocence (XRF) menunjukkan bahwa komposisi kimia utama pada cangkang lokan (Geloina coaxans) adalah CaO. Produk terbaik diperoleh melalui waktu kalsinasi pada suhu 900 oC selama 180 menit yang ditunjukkan dengan puncak yang memiliki intensitas tertinggi pada 2θ = 31,7o dan puncak spesifik lainnya untuk hidroksiapatit pada 2θ = 32,89o, 32, 17o, 25,86o dan 49,46o. Difraktogram dibandingkan dengan JCPDS (No 09-0432). Berdasarkan perhitungan menggunakan persamaan Scherrer, didapatkan ukuran kristal dari hidroksiapatit (HAp) adalah 26,62 nm. Analisis menggunakan FTIR juga telah dilakukan untuk mengidentifikasi gugus fungsi pada hidroksiapatit yang diperoleh. Dari spektrum FTIR menunjukkan adanya pita serapan yang khas untuk gugus OH‒, CO32- dan PO43-pada hidroksiapatit. Morfologi partikel berbentuk granular seperti bola dan gumpalan yang tidak seragam diperoleh melalui analisis menggunakan SEM.. ABSTRACT Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is a bioceramic compound that is used in various applications. In this research, hydroxyapatite (HAp) synthesis has been carried out by precipitation method using Geloina coaxans shell and H3PO4 as precursors. Analysis using X-Ray Flourocence (XRF) showed that the main chemical composition of Geloina coaxans shell was CaO. The best product was obtained by calcination at 900 oC for 180 minutes indicated by a peak having the highest intensity at 2θ = 31.7o and other specific peaks for hydroxyapatite at 2θ = 32.89o, 32 ,17o, 25.86o and 49.46o. The difractogram was compared to JCPDS (No 09-0432). Based on calculations using the Scherrer equation, the crystallite size of hydroxyapatite was 26.62 nm. Analysis using FTIR has also been carried out to identify the functional groups of the hydroxyapatite obtained. The FTIR spectrum showed that there were unique absorption bands for OH‒, CO32- and PO43- groups on hydroxyapatite. Analysis using SEM showed that the morphology was granular like balls and non-uniform aggregate

Leaching Behavior of Gold and Silver from Concentrated Sulfide Ore Using Ammonium Thiosulfate

Ammonium thiosulfate is an alternative lixiviant for the hydrometallurgical treatment of sulfide gold ores. The present study is primarily focused on ammonium thiosulfate leaching of gold (Au) and silver (Ag) from the sulfide ore (Sunshin mine in Korea). The main chemical composition of the concentrate was Au (84 ppm), Ag (852 ppm), Fe (18.9%), Si (23.2%), and S (21.1%). The effects of various parameters on the process, such as leaching time (1–4 h), ammonium thiosulfate concentration (0.05–0.5 M), copper sulfate (CuSO4), concentration (0.05–0.25 M), solid to liquid ratio (0.2–0.5), and reaction temperature (40–60 °C) were systematically examined. Optimum Au leaching efficiency (>99%) was obtained under the following leaching conditions: 0.5 M ammonium thiosulfate with 0.05 M CuSO4 concentration, 0.2 S/L ratio at 60 °C for 2 h. The results indicate that the behavior of Ag was similar to that of Au. Almost complete dissolution of Ag occurred under following leaching conditions: 0.5 M ammonium thiosulfate with 0.05 M CuSO4 concentration at 60 °C for 4 h. This study would be useful in understanding the eco-friendly leaching systems of Au and Ag during the hydrometallurgical process of sulfide gold ore.

Insights into the Phytochemical Composition and Bioactivities of Seeds from Wild Peony Species

Peony is an important medicinal and ornamental plant widely cultivated in the world. Its seeds as a functional food source have attracted much more attention in recent years, and they are rich in monoterpene glycosides and phenolic compounds. To assess the application value of wild peony seeds, the main chemical composition and content, such as total phenolic content (TPC), total flavonoid content (TFC), total flavanol content (TAC), and α and γ tocopherol content, of the seeds from 12 species and 2 subspecies were systematically explored in the present study. Four different antioxidant assays (DPPH, ABTS, FRAP, and HRSA), antibacterial, and antifungal assays were also performed using various in vitro biochemical methods. The results showed that the seeds of P. delavayi, P. obovata. subsp. obovata, and P. rockii. subsp. rockii had a high content of TPC, TFC, and TAC, respectively. Twenty-five individual chemical compounds were qualitatively and quantitatively measured by HPLC-MS, with paeoniflorin being the most abundant compound in all samples. P. mairei was grouped individually into a group via hierarchical cluster analysis according to its relatively highest monoterpene glycosides and TPC content. This work has provided a basis for the development and utilization of seeds for the selection of wild peony species of dietary interest.

Using Activated Diatomite as Adsorbent for Treatment of Arsenic Contaminated Water

Diatomite or diatomaceous earth (DE) is one of materials which can be used as an adsorbent to treat heavy metal ions from waste water, even there are many factories used it to clean the water for drinking. However, natural DE (raw DE) has very low adsorption capacity because of low specific surface area. In this work, natural DE from Lam Dong province, Viet Nam was demagnetized to remove iron and activated by HCl solution for 90 minutes with concentration of 10% at room condition. Adsorbent capacity was evaluated using As solution and the results show that the activated diatomite has adsorption capacity three times higher than that of raw DE, and the specific surface area of activated diatomite was increased 47.5% with the main chemical composition of 90.8% SiO2 and high porosity

Determination of Heavy Metal Oxide in Cement by X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer

When the MLD method is used to determine the main chemical composition in the cement, it is assumed that the sum of the measured chemical composition is 100%. When the trace amount of heavy metal oxide is present in the cement sample without measuring, a positive error will be caused for main chemical composition results. On the other hand, according to the national standards GB/T 30760-2014 "technical specification for coprocessing of solid waste in cement kiln", also need to determine the heavy metals in cement. In this work, vanadium pentoxide, chromium oxide, copper oxide, zinc oxide, strontium oxide and barium oxide were measured by using melt beads for the determination of the main chemical components in cement. The calibration sample was calibrated using the standard addition – fusion method, using the theoretical MLD coefficient to calculate the standard dilution ratio. The method has been applied to the determination of heavy metal oxides in cement samples and achieved good results.

Characterization of Limestone as Raw Material to Hydrated Lime

In Malaysia, limestone is essentially important for the economic growth as raw materials in the industry sector. Nevertheless, a little attention was paid to the physical, chemical, mineralogical, and morphological properties of the limestone using X-ray fluorescence (X-RF), X-ray diffraction (X-RD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and Scanning electron microscopy / energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) respectively. Raw materials (limestone rocks) were collected from Bukit Keteri area, Chuping, Kangar, Perlis, Malaysia. Lab crusher and lab sieved were utilized to prepare five different size of ground limestone at (75 µm, 150 µm, 225 µm, 300, and 425 µm) respectively. It is found that the main chemical composition of bulk limestone was Calcium oxide (CaO) at 97.58 wt.% and trace amount of MnO, Al2O3, and Fe2O3 at 0.02%, 0.35%, and 0.396% respectively. XRD diffractograms showed characteristic peaks of calcite and quartz. Furthermore, main FTIR absorption bands at 1,419, 874.08 and 712.20 cm-1 indicated the presence of calcite. The micrographs showed clearly the difference of samples particle size. Furthermore, EDS peaks of Ca, O, and C elements confirmed the presence of CaCO3 in the samples.

Effects of Activator on the Properties of Brick Powder Foam Concrete

The main chemical composition of waste brick is silicon dioxide,by means of chemical can stimulate its activity.In this experiment, gypsum, lime sodium hydroxide as activators,through the testing and research about the properties of compressive strength, dry density, water absorption of brick powder foam concrete,analyse the influence of three activators on the properties of foam concrete.The test results show that the:Mixing about 25% lime can guarantee the dry apparent density on the basis of compressive strength increases;Mixing 20% gypsum can make the strength and dry apparent density relatively stable;The incorporation of NaOH make the foam concrete appear quick setting,so it should not be used alone as activator.