Elementary Equilibrium Chemistry of Carbon

This study presents an evaluation of redox disproportionation reactions of elemental carbon in intermediate oxidation states. It covers classes of organic compounds and reveals how the products of these reactions can be altered by adjusting conditions of the equilibrium system.

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A concise, systematic evaluation of redox disproportionation reactions of elemental carbon in intermediate oxidation states is given in this text. It shows how the products of these reactions can be altered by adjusting conditions of the equilibrium system, and covers many of the classes of organic compounds used in industry, as well as providing background historical information.