The possible role of hydrogen cyanide in chemical evolution
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Authors
Edelson, Edward H.
Issue Date
1977-12
Type
Electronic thesis
Thesis
Thesis
Language
ENG
Keywords
Organic chemistry
Alternative Title
Abstract
The possible role of hydrogen cyanide in chemical evolution was investigated. Aqueous solutions of hydrogen cyanide (0.1 M) were prepared and adjusted to pH 9.2 with ammonium hydroxide. These solutions were stored in the dark for at least one year, during which time the solutions turned darker and a black precipitate formed. A fraction containing acidic components was used in further studies of "HCN oligomers."
Description
December 1977
School of Science
School of Science
Full Citation
Publisher
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY