The Aqueous Chemistry of Polonium and the Practical Application of its Thermochemistry

A detailed guide to the thermochemistry and aqueous speciation of polonium that includes a thermochemical database, pH-potential diagrams and case studies

Susan A. Brown (Author), Paul L. Brown (Author)

9780128193082, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 13 September 2019

220 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 1.5 cm, 0.32 kg

The Aqueous Chemistry of Polonium and the Practical Application of its Thermochemistry provides a thermochemical database and derived pH-potential diagrams to give readers a better understanding of polonium behavior. The book provides an introduction to polonium and its physical and chemical properties, as well as a detailed overview of polonium’s chemical thermodynamics. Drawing on the knowledge of expert authors, the book provides key insights for those working with polonium across a range of different fields, from mining industry professionals and analytical chemists, to environmental remediation scientists.

1. Introduction to Polonium2. Physical and Chemical Properties of Polonium3. Chemical Thermodynamics of Polonium4. The pH-Potential Diagram for Polonium5. The Use of pH-Potential Diagrams in Practical Applications6. Conclusions

Subject Areas: Physical chemistry [PNR]