Analysis induced reduction of a polyelectrolyte

The polymer, poly(diallyldimethylammonium chloride) (PDDA), is shown to undergo chemical change via a reduction mechanism during X-ray analysis. Examination of the N 1s spectrum PDDA shows time dependence on degree reduction, together with clear amplification extent through charge compensation system and irradiation. • Surface chemistry common polyelectrolyte studied. Independently explored effects dual beam neutraliser x-ray source. Degradation rate be approximately doubled by combined use. Experimental methodology presented analyse such sensitive systems.