Ionic Liquids for Environmental Issues

Ionic liquids (ILs) are important in modern chemistry and chemical engineering due to their green and designer properties. This book examines their role in detecting micropollutants and decontaminating air and water compartments, as well as their impact on the environment once released. It also highlights novel chemoinformatic tools used to predict their fate and advanced oxidation processes used for remediation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2023
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Ionic liquids (ILs) hold immense significance in contemporary chemistry and chemical engineering, surpassing traditional volatile solvents and catalysts in numerous physical and chemical processes. Their unique properties, such as their green and designer characteristics, make them highly desirable for various applications. In this comprehensive book, the authors delve into the crucial role of ILs in addressing current environmental challenges. They emphasize their importance in detecting micropollutants and facilitating decontamination processes in air and water compartments. Furthermore, the book provides a detailed review of the environmental impact of ILs once released, a topic that is often overlooked in other literature. It also highlights innovative chemoinformatic tools used to predict their fate, showcasing the role of advanced oxidation processes in remediation efforts. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, academia, and industry professionals, particularly postgraduate students specializing in environmental chemistry, chemical engineering, and analytical chemistry. It explores the potential applications of ILs in resolving numerous environmental problems, making it a must-read for those seeking to advance the field of sustainable chemistry.

Weight: 587g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839166754