sceptic - 11-3-2023 at 06:05
I have an old reverse osmosis membrane that got too clogged to use for osmosis. I can clean it out, but I won't be able to reuse it. Is there anything
I can use it for in chemistry, perhaps some electrolysis experiment?
Sulaiman - 11-3-2023 at 20:04
Because an RO membrane is designed to allow water molecules to pass through
whilst blocking the passage of ions/salts/solids
I doubt that ir would be suitable for electrolysis or battery purposes.
sceptic - 12-3-2023 at 11:03
Thank you, that's helpful to know.
I wonder if this could be used to separate, for example, an alcohol/water mixture?
[Edited on 12-3-2023 by sceptic]
mysteriusbhoice - 12-3-2023 at 17:10
nope RO is only for seperating water through pressure gradient and its pores are too small for much else and its also designed to block ions.