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| 16 - Residual lignin analysis |
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All through Kraft process modifications of lignin structure occur progressively, leading to the formation of free
phenolic groups and dimethoxylation. |
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| Lignin |
Phenolic OH |
Carboxyl |
OCH3 |
| 27 KN |
0.61 |
0.19 |
0.73 |
| 52 KN |
0.55 |
0.13 |
0.79 |
| TMP |
0.30 |
0.005 |
0.89 |
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| Analysis by 13C NMR |
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| 17 - Conclusion |
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High kappa number pulp HC ozonation at ambient temperature leads to: |
| 1 - |
2.3% bleached pulp yield increase |
| 2 - |
competitive strength properties |
| 3 - |
higher brightness |
| 4 - |
higher lignin content, which is the major cause for increased selectivity |
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