The composite catalytic materials based on the mineral kaolinite are considered to be a
potential approach for solving global energy scarcity and environmental pollution, which …

The quest to develop eco-benign polymeric hybrid materials arose out of the need to protect
the environment from the harmful effects of synthetic petroleum polymeric waste and meet …

Starch blend films of native cassava starch and medium distarch phosphate cassava starch
(crosslinked cassava starch) were prepared by solution casting. The effects of kaolin content …

Raw kaolinite was used as a precursor for several types of modified kaolinite. The
modification processes included modification by sodium hydroxide, sodium phosphate …

Expanded polystyrene foams are lightweight and cheap, but they have excellent strength
and insulation properties. However, their inability to biodegrade in traditional landfill …

The surface properties of five kaolinites of various origins were analyzed using
potentiometric titration, electrokinetic measurements and low-pressure gas adsorption …

Earth has a renewed interest in eco-friendly building materials. Starch is a promising
additive, but its strengthening origin needs understanding to promote better solutions …

Raw kaolinite was used in the synthesis of metakaolinite/carbon nanotubes (K/CNTs) and
kaolinite/starch (K/starch) nanocomposites. Raw kaolinite and the synthetic composites were …

The composite films of sago starch were prepared by incorporation of various amount of
kaolinite (K) and kaolinite intercalated by dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)(KD) via solution …

Multifunctional horticultural mulches satisfy different agronomic needs: control weeds and
insects, reduction of water evaporation and soil erosion, as well as prevention of soil …