Table 3.
Weight Loss Step | Temperature Range (°C) | Weight Loss (%) | Possible Reaction |
---|---|---|---|
I | 30–150 | 0.41 | Moisture evaporation |
II | 150–358 | 5 | Decomposition of APTES |
III | 359–550 | 22.3 | Decomposition of Octadecylamine |
IV | 550–800 | 2.12 | Dehydroxylation of clay layers |