Design and Applications of Hydroxyapatite-Based Catalysts

Hydroxyapatite (Ca 10 (PO 4 ) 6 (OH) 2 ) is the main mineral component of human and animal bones and has gained attention in catalysis due to its biocompatibility and versatile properties. Design and Applications of Hydroxyapatite-Based Catalysts provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, characterization, and use of hydroxyapatite-based materials in catalysis, including selective oxidation, deoxygenation, selective hydrogenation, dehydrogenation reactions, organic synthesis, reforming processes, and energy carrier production. It also discusses electrocatalysis and photocatalysis using hydroxyapatite-based materials.

Format: Hardback
Length: 576 pages
Publication date: 27 July 2022
Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH

Hydroxyapatite (Ca 10 (PO 4 ) 6 (OH) 2 ) is a crucial mineral component found in human and animal bones, renowned for its biocompatibility. In recent years, hydroxyapatite-based materials have garnered significant attention from researchers in the field of catalysis due to their remarkable versatility and valuable properties. These materials possess excellent ion-exchange capacity, high porosity, low water solubility, controlled basicity/acidity, and remarkable thermal stability at high temperatures, making them highly sought-after catalysts and catalyst supports.

Design and Applications of Hydroxyapatite-Based Catalysts provides a comprehensive exploration of the synthesis, characterization, and practical applications of hydroxyapatite-based materials in catalysis. This book covers a wide range of topics, including synthetic hydroxyapatites derived from pure chemicals or waste, natural apatites obtained from eggshells and animal bones, and their utilization in selective oxidation, deoxygenation, selective hydrogenation, dehydrogenation reactions, organic synthesis, reforming processes, and the production of energy carriers. Furthermore, it delves into the field of electrocatalysis and photocatalysis using hydroxyapatite-based materials, highlighting their potential for sustainable energy conversion and environmental remediation.

This groundbreaking book is the first dedicated solely to hydroxyapatite-based materials and their applications in catalysis. It encompasses synthesis and characterization techniques, surface and structure studies, kinetic and mechanism aspects, and diverse applications in heterogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, and photocatalysis. By presenting a comprehensive overview of this rapidly growing field, Design and Applications of Hydroxyapatite-Based Catalysts serves as a valuable resource for researchers, experts, and students alike, facilitating their understanding and utilization of hydroxyapatite-based materials in advancing chemical processes and achieving sustainable development.

Weight: 1220g
Dimension: 251 x 177 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783527348497