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Quantitative Analysis by Thermogravimetry-Mass Spectrum Analysis for Reactions with Evolved Gases
Published on: October 29, 2018
[Thermodynamic of trace element mobilisation during coal combustion]
Yun Meng1, Jun-ying Zhang, Qin Zhong
1Chemistry Department of Normal College, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China. mengyun71@hotmail.com
Abstract:
The thermodynamic equilibrium distributions of the trace elements nickel, chromium, mercury, arsenic, selenium and antimony between the condensed and gaseous phases were examined. Predictions were made using a comprehensive model of the various oxide and sulphide melt models, matte, salt and solid solution models. Three regimes for coal combustion were defined. The condensation sequence from the equilibrium gas phase at 1300 K was predicted on cooling by 10 K steps. The calculated results agree with published experimental results. The comprehensive model enhances the value of the predictions.
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