Device For Separating Boron From Carbonate

摘要

A device and method for separating boron from carbonate are provided. The device in some embodiments, includes a first half having a heating section, a second half having a cooling section and a plurality of vials disposed therebetween. The second half is opposite the first half. The plurality of vials are adapted to receive boron and an alkaline matrix such that, during heating of the first half and cooling of the second half, boron is sublimated and condensed on a closed end of each of the plurality of vials.

主权项

1. A device for separating boron from carbonate, said device comprising:
a first half defining a first temperature; a second half defining a second temperature, said second half being opposite said first half, said second temperature being less than said first temperature to define a temperature gradient sufficient to sublimate the boron from the carbonate; a plurality of vials disposed between said first half and said second half, a closed end of each of said plurality of vials being disposed adjacent and in thermal contact with said second half; said plurality of vials being adapted to receive boron and an alkaline matrix or organic matter therein such that as a result of said temperature gradient, boron is sublimated and condensed on said closed end of each of said plurality of vials.