Preparation and Characterization of Calcium Cross-Linked Starch Monolithic Cryogels and Their Application as Cost-Effective Green Filters

Preparation and Characterization of Calcium Cross-Linked Starch Monolithic Cryogels and Their Application as Cost-Effective Green Filters

Monolithic cryogels from starch were successfully synthesized and applied as alternative biodegradable filters for the first time. Rice flour was cross-linked with Ca<sup>2+</sup> from limewater during gelatinization before being frozen and then thawed for three cycles. The resultant mat...

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Main Authors: Chanita Boonkanon, Kharittha Phatthanawiwat, Laemthong Chuenchom, Nareumon Lamthornkit, Tarawee Taweekarn, Worawit Wongniramaikul, Aree Choodum
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-11-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
starch
limewater
biodegradable cryogel
biodegradable filter
macropore
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/22/3975

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