Solution properties

Dilute-solution viscosity as a molar-mass probe (Staudinger’s rule and the Mark-Houwink equation) and the Flory-Huggins lattice theory of polymer-solution thermodynamics.

Staudinger’s macromolecules: solution viscosity grows with chain length

Staudinger's macromolecules: solution viscosity grows with chain length

The Mark-Houwink equation: intrinsic viscosity vs. molar mass

The Mark-Houwink equation: intrinsic viscosity vs. molar mass

Flory-Huggins lattice theory: free energy of mixing and the phase diagram

Flory-Huggins lattice theory: free energy of mixing and the phase diagram