Silica Aerogel: Synthesis and Applications

Figure 6

Picture showing various stages of absorption and desorption of organic liquid from the aerogel.

(a) Before absorption

(b) Immediately after absorption, 𝑡=0 min

(c) At 𝑡=20 min

(d) At 𝑡=30 min.

(e) After desorption, 𝑡=40 min.