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Functional group analysis in coal by sup 31 P nmr spectroscopy

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6912606· OSTI ID:6912606
The primary aim of our research is to develop a convenient, sensitive, reliable and rapid technique for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of -COOH, -OH, -NH and -SH functionalities in coal, on coal surfaces, and in coal-derived materials such as condensates and extracts. Two reagents from a list of eleven were selected for the quantitative and qualitative {sup 31}P nmr analysis of a substantial number of phenols in an Illinois No. 6 low-temperature pyrolysis condensate. In the course of our reagent evaluation, a promising lead for an improved reagent containing selenium was discovered. Preliminary results on the application of our {sup 31}P nmr tagging technique to a solid carboxylic acid are discussed. 2 refs., 1 fig., 2 tabs.
Research Organization:
Ames Lab., IA (USA)
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE/FE
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-82
OSTI ID:
6912606
Report Number(s):
IS-4981; ON: DE90011722
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English