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Surface passivation of magnetite by reaction with aqueous Cr(VI): XAFS and TEM results

January 1, 1997

XAFS and TEM analyses show that the magnetite surface passivates at neutral pH by conversion to maghemite, limiting its potential use for aqueous Cr(VI) reduction.

Publication Year 1997
Title Surface passivation of magnetite by reaction with aqueous Cr(VI): XAFS and TEM results
DOI 10.1021/es960868i
Authors M. L. Peterson, A. F. White, Gordon E. Brown, George A. Parks
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Environmental Science & Technology
Index ID 70019775
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse