Further insights into the Fe(<scp>ii</scp>) reduction of 2-line ferrihydrite: a semi <i>in situ</i> and <i>in situ</i> TEM study
Mario A. Goméz, Ruonan Jiang, Miao Song, Dongsheng Li, Scott Lea, Xu Ma, Haibo Wang, Xiuling Yin, Shaofeng Wang, Yongfeng Jia
Abstract
dissolution-reprecipitation or surface nucleation-solid state conversion mechanisms. Rather, as we demonstrate here, it is an intricate chemical process that goes through a series of intermediate steps not visible through conventional lab or synchrotron bulk techniques. However, such intermediate steps may affect the environmental fate, bioavailability, and transport of elements of such nano-particles in aqueous environments.
Topics & Concepts
FerrihydriteLepidocrociteDissolutionNucleationGoethiteMagnetiteHematiteAmorphous solidChemical engineeringPhase (matter)HydroxideCrystallographyAqueous solutionMaterials scienceIn situChemistryMineralogyInorganic chemistryPhysical chemistryOrganic chemistryMetallurgyEngineeringAdsorptionIron oxide chemistry and applicationsMicrobial Fuel Cells and BioremediationMine drainage and remediation techniques