Ageing characteristics related to cation exchange and interlayer spacing of some Brazilian bentonites

This study investigated the influence of cation type on the sodium deactivation of Brazilian bentonite varieties. Four bentonite clays were studied, including three mixed-cationic and one magnesium. Swelling and the main exchangeable cations (Na+, K+, Mg2+ and Ca2+) were the main evaluation paramete...

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Main Authors: A.L.V. Carmo, R.S. Angélica, S.P.A. Paz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-02-01
Series:Heliyon
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844021002978