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  • Materials Science
  • Chemistry
  • Geochemistry

Background:

  • Geopolymers are inorganic polymers with potential applications in construction and waste immobilization.
  • Understanding the geopolymerization process is crucial for controlling material properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To observe the in situ dissolution of metakaolin and subsequent geopolymer condensation.
  • To gain new insights into the complex geopolymerization process.

Main Methods:

  • Simultaneous acquisition of compositional and morphological information using synchrotron X-ray fluorescence microscopy and scanning X-ray diffraction microscopy.
  • In situ observation of geopolymer formation under specific alkali and experimental conditions.

Main Results:

  • Complete and rapid dissolution of metakaolin was observed.
  • Immediate geopolymer formation occurred following metakaolin dissolution.
  • The geopolymer microstructure evolved over several hours, including pore growth.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides novel insights into the geopolymerization mechanism.
  • Controlled conditions can yield geopolymers with targeted compositions.
  • The dynamic evolution of geopolymer microstructure is significant for material development.