Chemical Process Safety: Fundamentals with Applications, 4th Edition
by Daniel A. Crowl, Joseph F. Louvar
Chapter 8. Chemical Reactivity
The learning objectives for this chapter are to:
Identify processes where a chemical reaction hazard may be present.
Understand a chemical compatibility matrix.
Understand the important questions for any chemical reaction.
Be aware of the various calorimeters and procedures used to characterize chemical reactions.
Apply the theoretical model used to analyze calorimeter data.
Reactive chemical hazards have resulted in many accidents in industrial operations and laboratories. Preventing reactive chemical accidents requires the following steps, which are discussed in this chapter:
Background understanding. This includes case histories and important definitions. Case histories provide an understanding of the consequences, ...
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