Spherical Nanocellulose Synthesis Using Ammonium Persulfate Linda Rozenberga
Aim of the Study To develop a cost and energy efficient method for spherical nanocellulose production
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Method (NH4)2S2O8 NaOH Microcrystalline cellulose 4h, 25°C
Results Stable spherical nanocellulose particles with the average size of 100nm Relatively quick, simple and energy efficient method Increased crystallinity Oxidation degree of 7,73%
Potential application Medicine Cosmetic industry Biomaterials Pharmaceutic industry Food
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