Solvent Extraction: Classical and Novel Approaches

The main challenge in modern solvent extraction separation is that most techniques are mainly empirical, specific and particular for narrow fields of practice and require a large degree of experimentation. This concise and modern book provides a complete overview of both solvent extraction separation techniques and the novel and unified competitive complexation/solvation theory. This novel and unified technique presented in the book provides a key for a preliminary quantitative prediction of suitable extraction systems without experimentation, thus saving researchers time and resources.

Analyzes and compares both classical and new competitive models and techniquesOffers a novel and unified competitive complexation / solvation theory that permits researchers to standardize some parameters, which decreases the need for experimentation at R&DPresents examples of applications in multiple disciplines such as chemical, biochemical, radiochemical, pharmaceutical and analytical separationWritten by an outstanding scientist who is prolific in the field of separation science

Preface Introduction Part I. Conventional (Classical) Principles and Practice of Solvent Extraction Chapter 1 Conventional (Classical) Fundamental Principles of Solvent Extraction Chapter 2. Principles of Solvent Extraction of Organic and Mineral Acids Chapter 3. Chemistry of Metals Solvent Extraction  Chapter 4. Engineering Development of Solvent Extraction Processes Chapter 5. Examples of Application of Solvent Extraction Techniques in Chemical, Radiochemical, Biochemical, Pharmaceutical, Analytical Separations and Wastewater Treatment Part II. Novel Competitive Complexation/Solvation Theory (CCST) of Solvent Extraction. Principles and Practice Chapter 6. Backgrounds of the Competitive complexation/Solvation Theory (CCST) of Solvent Extraction Chapter 7. Competitive Complexation/Solvation Theory (CCST) of Solvent Extraction: General Mechanisms and Kinetics Chapter 8. CCST in Engineering Design, Procedures and Calculations Chapter 9. The CCSt in Solvent  Extraction  of  Acids  by  Amine-Based Extractants Chapter 10. Competitive Complexation/Solvation Theory (CCST) in Metal Solvent Extraction Chapter 11. Final Remarks  on the Competitive Complexation/Solvation Theory of Solvent Extraction and its Application Part III. Modern and Future Trends in Fundamentals and Applications of Solvent Extraction Chapter 12. Modern and Future Trends in Fundamentals of Solvent Extraction Chapter 13. Advances in Development of Solvents for Liquid-Liquid Extraction Chapter 14. Recent Advances in Solvent Extraction Processes and Techniques Appendix Index