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What Is Oxidation?
Definition: CnH2m + (n + m/2) O2 Þ n CO2 + mH2O + heat
Temperature: Based on the VOCs that need to be destroyed
there is a temperature at which the compounds can be
oxidized.
Time: Relates to how long a compound needs to be
at a certain temperature in order for it to be oxidized.
Turbulence: A fixed condition built into the equipment
design that ensures a proper mixture of VOCs and oxygen for
combustion.
Specific compounds and desired destruction rate
efficiency determine
temperature and residence time. Proper Oxidation converts hydrocarbons to CO2 and H2O (vapor).