Hydrazine Loss Processes in a Teflon Film Reaction Chamber: Laboratory Results and Kinetic Models
Abstract
The research described in this report was undertaken to extend our knowledge of the chemical transformations of hydrazine vapor in the environment. It is known that both gas-phase and surface-catalyzed reactions can occur with this fuel. To determine the eventual fate of hydrazine vapors which escape into the atmosphere through normal operations or during accidental liquid spills, all of these processes must be investigated. Hydrazine is used extensively in small thrusters for satellites, as a fuel cell reactant, in emergency power generating units, and as a liquid rocket fuel component. Both routine handling operations and accidental spills can produce fuel vapors which constitute a substantial health risk. Hydrazine is classified as an animal carcinogen (Reference 1) and a suspect human carcinogen. This toxicity is reflected in its low threshold limit value, 0.1 parts per million (ppm) Reference 3, and has prompted numerous studies of the fate of hydrazine in both atmospheric and terrestrial environments. Atmospheric Pollution, Toxicity.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA195724
Entities
People
- Daniel A. Stone
- Floyd L. Wiseman