Chemical structure of humic acids - Part 1, a generalized structural model
January 1, 1977
A new model is proposed for the structure of humic acids. In this model humic acid is pictured as being made up of a hierarchy of structural elements. At the lowest level in this hierarchy are simple phenolic, quinoid, and benzene carboxylic acid groups. These groups are bonded covalently into small particles. Particles of similar chemical structure are linked together by weak bonds to form "homogeneous" aggregates. Two or more different types of aggregates may be linked together to form mixed aggregates. Complexes of humic acid and clay minerals are also formed.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Title | Chemical structure of humic acids - Part 1, a generalized structural model |
| Authors | R. L. Wershaw, D. J. Pinckney, S.E. Booker |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Journal of Research of the U.S. Geological Survey |
| Index ID | 70163071 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |