articleEnergiesAug 30, 2017GOLD OA

Effect of Temperature on the Structural and Physicochemical Properties of Biochar with Apple Tree Branches as Feedstock Material

SZShi-Xiang ZhaoNTNa TaXWXudong Wang

Northwest A&F University

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Abstract

The objective of this study was to study the structure and physicochemical properties of biochar derived from apple tree branches (ATBs), whose valorization is crucial for the sustainable development of the apple industry. ATBs were collected from apple orchards located on the Weibei upland of the Loess Plateau and pyrolyzed at 300, 400, 500 and 600 °C (BC300, BC400, BC500 and BC600), respectively. Different analytical techniques were used for the characterization of the different biochars. In particular, proximate and element analyses were performed. Furthermore, the morphological, and textural properties were investigated using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR)…

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  • Biochar
  • Pyrolysis
  • Thermogravimetric analysis
  • Microporous material
  • Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy
  • Raw material
  • Chemistry
  • Cation-exchange capacity
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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