Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and the associated differential thermal analysis (DTA) are widely used for the characterization of both as-synthesized and side-wall functionalized single walled carbo...Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and the associated differential thermal analysis (DTA) are widely used for the characterization of both as-synthesized and side-wall functionalized single walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs). Under oxygen, SWNTs will pyrolyze leaving any inorganic residue behind. Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) is a technique used to measure the difference in the heat flow rate of a sample and a reference over a controlled temperature range.
Volatilization gravimetric methods involve decomposing a sample thermally or chemically and measuring the resultant change in mass. This approach is essential where a volatile species is released. The...Volatilization gravimetric methods involve decomposing a sample thermally or chemically and measuring the resultant change in mass. This approach is essential where a volatile species is released. Thermogravimetry is used to monitor sample mass changes with temperature, aiding in identifying decomposition reactions. Equipment ranges from simple crucibles to complex setups for trapping volatile products.
