The role of high-energy milling treatment for improving characteristics of areca leaf sheath lignin
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Abstract This research examined the effects of high-energy milling (HEM) on the physicochemical and structural properties of lignin derived from the areca leaf sheath (ALS). Lignin was extracted from black liquor with the incorporation of 20 % phosphoric acid (H 3 PO 4 ), thereafter undergoing drying, grinding, and sieving to achieve a consistent powder. The characteristics of the lignin samples treated by HEM under regulated conditions were later examined using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and morphological analysis. FT-IR analysis indicated substantial changes in functional groups, implying partial depolymerization and heightened exposure of hydroxyl and carbonyl functionalities. The XRD patterns indicated a notable decrease in crystallinity, implying that mechanical forces during milling generated an amorphization impact. These structural disruptions may augment the reactivity and surface area of lignin, confirming that HEM is an effective physical method for modifying the characteristics of ALS-derived lignin. The findings support the increased use of agricultural leftovers using eco-friendly and sustainable processing techniques.
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OpenAlex topics: Lignin and Wood Chemistry · Advanced Cellulose Research Studies · Plant Gene Expression Analysis
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Department of Forestry, Faculty of Agriculture , University of Jambi , Jl. Lintas Jambi Ma, Bulian, Muaro Jambi, 36361 , Jambi , Indonesia
Research Center for Biomass and Bioproducts , National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) , Kawasan KST BJ Habibie, Serpong , Tangerang Selatan , 15314 , Indonesia
University of Punjab , Lahore , Pakistan
Research Center for Physics , National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) , Kawasan KST Habibie Serpong , Tangerang , Banten , 15314 , Indonesia
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering , Lambung Mangkurat University , Banjarmasin , South Kalimantan , Indonesia
Food Technology Study Program, Faculty of Engineering and Industrial Education , Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia , Bandung , Indonesia
Department of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Sciences , Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Pahang Kampus Jengka , 26400 Bandar Tun Abdul Razak , Pahang , Malaysia
Funding
RIIM LPDP Grant and BRIN Gelombang 8 scheme
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