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matrix/two separate dispersed phases morphologies. The phases in these sub-morphologies are<br />

i<strong>de</strong>ntified and illustrated qualitatively by electron microscopy as well as a technique based on the<br />

combination of focused ion beam irradiation and atomic force microscopy. Both qualitative and<br />

quantitative data are shown in triangular compositional diagrams to distinguish these various<br />

morphological regions and the results are interpreted in light of the interfacial tension of the<br />

various binary combinations and their subsequent spreading coefficients. Solvent<br />

extraction/gravimetry is used as quantitative experiment to confirm the morphological<br />

observations and to examine the extent of continuity of the systems so as to effectively i<strong>de</strong>ntify<br />

regions of high continuity. It is shown that the viscosity of the phases can have a significant<br />

influence on the interfacial area generated between the phases in the blend system, but does not<br />

effect the classification or type of morphological state which appears to be governed solely by<br />

spreading theory.<br />

6.6 Acknowledgement<br />

The authors express appreciation to the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of<br />

Canada for supporting this work.<br />

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