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Abbreviations

D c::

Intracrystalline diffusivity (m2 s–1)

D p::

Macropore diffusivity (m2 s–1)

K::

Dimensionless Henry law constant (-)

r c::

Radius of microporous (crystal radius) (m)

R p::

Particle radius (pellets/beads radius) (m)

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    José A. C. Silva

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