Unique in focus, this book examines the surface chemistry and phenomena in the hydrofracking process. Under great scrutiny as of late, the physico-chemical properties of hydrofracking are fully detailed and explained in this book, including the adsorptiondesorption of gas on the shale reservoir surface and relevant waste-water treatment dependent on various surface chemistry principles. Written by a long-time expert in the field, it presents an unbiased account of the hard science and engineering involved in a resource gaining growing attention in the field.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction to Surface Chemistry Essentials of Hydrofracking
Chapter 2 : Surface Tension of Liquids and Solids
Chapter 3 : Surface Chemistry of Shale Deposits
Chapter 4 : Chemicals Used in Hydrofracking
Chapter 5 : Surfactants Used in Hydrofracking
Chapter 6 : Adsorption-Desorption of Gases on Solid Surfaces
Chapter 7 : Purification of Waste-water
Chapter 8 : Surface Chemistry Essentials and Hydrofracking
Summary of Hydrofracking Techniques
Appendices
Index