Multistep Synthesis of Boron-Nitrogen-Carbon Polymer
Faculty Mentor
Ashley Lamm
Presentation Type
Poster
Start Date
May 2025
End Date
May 2025
Location
PUB NCR
Primary Discipline of Presentation
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Abstract
This study investigates the synthesis of boron-nitrogen complexes (BNC) as a potential alternative to plastics contributing to ocean pollution. Benzenetetramine and boron trichloride were combined and refluxed, yielding 315mg of a black solid with a 97.8% yield. The product’s degradation was analyzed using buffers of varying pH values (4, 5, 7, 9, and 10) using UV-Vis spectroscopy. The results indicated abnormal degradation patterns at pH 5, 7, and 10, with rapid degradation at pH 4 and steady degradation at pH 9. Given that ocean pH is around 8, BNC polymers may present a promising alternative to conventional plastics. Future research is warranted to further explore the degradation properties at neutral pH.
Recommended Citation
Jenks, Heaven M., "Multistep Synthesis of Boron-Nitrogen-Carbon Polymer" (2025). 2025 Symposium. 35.
https://dc.ewu.edu/srcw_2025/ps_2025/p1_2025/35
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Multistep Synthesis of Boron-Nitrogen-Carbon Polymer
PUB NCR
This study investigates the synthesis of boron-nitrogen complexes (BNC) as a potential alternative to plastics contributing to ocean pollution. Benzenetetramine and boron trichloride were combined and refluxed, yielding 315mg of a black solid with a 97.8% yield. The product’s degradation was analyzed using buffers of varying pH values (4, 5, 7, 9, and 10) using UV-Vis spectroscopy. The results indicated abnormal degradation patterns at pH 5, 7, and 10, with rapid degradation at pH 4 and steady degradation at pH 9. Given that ocean pH is around 8, BNC polymers may present a promising alternative to conventional plastics. Future research is warranted to further explore the degradation properties at neutral pH.
