Table 2 Mechanical characteristics of both the modified and unmodified PVDF membranes.

From: Enhancement of PVDF membranes using graphene oxide nanoparticles and polyvinyl alcohol for water purification applications

Membrane

Tensile strength (Mpa)

Breaking elongation (%)

PVDF

3.58

4.65

GO (0.1 wt%)

4.97

6.23

GO (0.3 wt%)

5.67

7.78

GO (0.5 wt%)

6.15

8.79

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