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Title
The Detection and Quantification of Tire Derived Chemicals, 6PPD and 6PPD-quinone
Description
In the realm of environmental engineering, the compound N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N′-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine (6PPD), has recently emerged as an environmental concern. 6PPD serves as a tire additive to prolong the lifespan of rubber but can transform into a more toxic derivative, N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N′-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine-quinone (6PPD-quinone), when exposed to ground-level ozone. Initially, my research sought to investigate the biodegradation of 6PPD and 6PPD-quinone using microbial cultures. However, unexpected challenges arising from limited solubility and potential toxicity to microorganisms led to a shift in research objectives. The study then refocused on developing methods for detecting and quantifying 6PPD and 6PPD-quinone. The scarcity of literature available on the environmental fate and transport of these compounds underscores the pressing need for further research to gain a comprehensive understanding of the behavior of these chemicals. Consequently, the development of effective detection strategies will enable the development of effective remediation strategies to safeguard aquatic ecosystems.
Date Created
2023-12
Contributors
- Koenig-Vinicombe, Ryan (Author)
- Delgado, Anca (Thesis director)
- Skinner, Justin (Committee member)
- Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
- College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (Contributor)
- School of Sustainability (Contributor)
- School of Sustainable Engineering & Built Envirnmt (Contributor)
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Extent
25 pages
Copyright Statement
In Copyright
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Peer-reviewed
No
Open Access
No
Series
Academic Year 2023-2024
Handle
https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.2.N.190195
System Created
- 2023-11-13 06:09:44
System Modified
- 2023-11-15 11:19:10
- 1 year ago
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