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THESIS - ROC CH ... - FINAL - resubmission.pdf - University of Guelph

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Further analysis <strong>of</strong> the Amide II band revealed a different outcome. From Figure 6.11, it<br />

can be seen that the SMF0.25 and SNF0.25 have both slightly shifted to higher wavenumbers in<br />

comparison to the other specimens. This correlates with the mechanical characteristics<br />

whereby SMF0.25 and SNF0.25 resulted in improved properties. This shift in frequencies could<br />

indicate a stronger interaction compared to other concentration loadings.<br />

Figure 6.11: Enlarged FTIR spectra <strong>of</strong> SPI/Cellulose blend film comparison focusing on the Amide<br />

II band.<br />

Absorbance<br />

0.29<br />

0.27<br />

0.25<br />

0.23<br />

0.21<br />

0.19<br />

0.17<br />

0.15<br />

1580<br />

MSF2.5<br />

MSF1.0<br />

MSF0.5<br />

MSF0.25<br />

SNF0.25<br />

SPI<br />

1560<br />

Progressing onto Amide III, similar results in shifts to higher wavenumbers was observed<br />

with SMF0.25 and SNF 0.25 specimens. This further supports increased interaction at the<br />

concentration loading <strong>of</strong> 0.25% affecting material properties. The FTIR findings reveal that<br />

1540<br />

Wavenumber (cm -1 )<br />

83<br />

1520<br />

1500

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