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Measurement of diffusion and partition coefficients of VOCs in dry building materials

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Measurement of diffusion and partition coefficients of VOCs in dry building materials

Zhang, Zhong-Hong (2005) Measurement of diffusion and partition coefficients of VOCs in dry building materials. Masters thesis, Concordia University.

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Abstract

Building materials, as a source of contaminant, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and a sink of those pollutants, can significantly affect indoor air quality (IAQ). Physical models have been developed to predict volatile organic compound emissions from building materials. These results are helpful in adopting strategies to control the pollutant source. Therefore, experimental methods have been established for measuring input parameters to these models, such as diffusion coefficient (D), partition coefficients (K). However, currently available data of diffusion and partition coefficients are limited. Moreover, the effects caused by the physicochemical properties of VOC are not completely observed. Hence, it is requisite that a comprehensive investigation on the relationship between diffusion and partition coefficients, and the physicochemical properties of VOC be conducted. The twin chamber method was chosen in this research. The effects caused by physicochemical properties of VOC, such as molecular weight, vapor pressure, boiling point, and polarity, were investigated.

Divisions:Concordia University > Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science > Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Item Type:Thesis (Masters)
Authors:Zhang, Zhong-Hong
Pagination:xiv, 106 leaves : ill. ; 29 cm.
Institution:Concordia University
Degree Name:M.A. Sc.
Program:Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Date:2005
Thesis Supervisor(s):Haghighat, Fariborz
Identification Number:LE 3 C66B85M 2005 Z43
ID Code:8518
Deposited By: Concordia University Library
Deposited On:18 Aug 2011 18:27
Last Modified:13 Jul 2020 20:04
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