SYNOPSISIn this article, the graft copolymerization of methy methacrylate with canna-starch under the initiating of manganic pyrophosphate was investigated systemly. It was found that the percentage of grafting, grafting efficiency, and rate of grafting were all dependent, to some extent, on the concentration of the initiator, monomer and starch, as well as reaction time and temperature. The rate equation of graft copolymerization established from the experimental results was similar to the equation derived from the reaction mechanism. The graft copolymer was investigated with an infered spectroscope, scanning electron microscope, and x-diffraction methods.

The superabsorbent's ability to resist deformation and to resist deswelling under externally applied pressures is important in practical application. For instance, it is used in infant diapers, in soil for agriculture, and in forestry. In this article, we report on the synthesis of a superabsorbent/starch-graft-poly(potassium acrylate-coacrylamide) by inverse suspension polymerization. The effects of reaction conditions, such as monomeric concentration, ratio of water to oil, reaction temperature, and obtaining spherical resin, were investigated. Experiments showed that the superabsorbent has a good compressive strength and keeps the shape of particles after absorbing water. After mixing with soil it does not become sticky, and the loose structure can better retain air. It is fit to retain water in soil. In addition, thermogravimetric analysis revealed the superior thermal stability of the grafted product and its large particle size also reduces risk of air pollution.

To enable a more sustainable wastewater treatment processes, a transition towards resource recovery methods that have minimal environmental impact while being financially viable is imperative. Phosphorus (P) is a finite resource that is being discharged into the aqueous environment in excessive quantities. As such, understanding the financial and environmental effectiveness of different approaches for removing and recovering P from wastewater streams is important to reduce the overall impact of wastewater treatment. In this study, a process‐systems modelling framework for comprehensively evaluating these approaches in terms of both economic and environmental impacts is developed. Applying this framework, treatment pathways are designed, simulated and analysed to determine the most suitable approaches for P removal and recovery. The purpose of this methodology is not only to assist with plant design, but also to identify the principal economic and environmental factors acting as barriers to implementing a given technology, incorporating the impact of waste recovery. The results suggest that the chemical and ion‐exchange approaches studied deliver sustainable advantages over biological pathways, both economically and environmentally, with each possessing different strengths. The assessment methodology developed enables a more rational and environmentally sound wastewater plant design approach to be taken.

SYNOPSISThe graft copolymerization of butyl acrylate onto pullulan using manganic pyrophosphate as initiator in aqueous medium was studied. The effects of concentration of initiator, monomer, pullulan, and sulfuric acid on the percentage of grafting, the grafting efficiency, as well as the rate of graft copolymerization were investigated. The rate equation was derived and a suitable reaction mechanism was proposed. Finally, the grafted samples were characterized by IR spectral measurement.