Formation of periodic layered pattern of tetrahydrofuran clathrate hydrates in porous media

Authors :: Nagashima, Kazushige
Suzuki, Takahiro
Nagamoto, Masaki
Shimizu, Tempei
Source :: Journal of Physical Chemistry B. August 14, 2008, Vol. 112 Issue 32, 9876-9882
Publication Year :: 2008
Abstract: Directional growth of tetrahydrofuran (THF) clathrate hydrates is analyzed in a mixture of glass beads and a stoichiometric THF-water solution. The increase in the growth rate has resulted in the formation of new layers, leading to the eventual formation of a periodic layered pattern.

Subjects :: Tetrahydrofuran -- Structure
Tetrahydrofuran -- Chemical properties
Porous materials -- Structure
Porous materials -- Chemical properties
Stoichiometry -- Research
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