Biopolymer Hydrogels from Plasma-Treated Water
Author Information
Author(s): Król-Kilińska Żaneta, Kulig Dominika, Zimoch-Korzycka Anna, Reszke Edward, Bobak Łukasz, Jurić Slaven, Jarmoluk Andrzej
Primary Institution: Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences
Hypothesis
Incorporating indirect plasma-treated water (IPTW) induces physicochemical changes in hydrogels, enhancing their practical applications.
Conclusion
The study found that hydrogels made with IPTW exhibited different water-binding capacities, lower pH, higher hardness, and altered color compared to those made with distilled water.
Supporting Evidence
- Hydrogels made with IPTW had a lower pH and higher hardness.
- IPTW hydrogels showed significant changes in color compared to those made with distilled water.
- Texture analysis indicated that IPTW increased the hardness of gelatin and sodium alginate gels.
- Swelling ratios of IPTW-based hydrogels were generally lower than those made with distilled water.
Takeaway
This study shows that using special water treated with plasma can change how gels are made, making them stronger and different in color.
Methodology
The study evaluated the physicochemical properties of hydrogels made from gelatin, carrageenan, and sodium alginate using IPTW and distilled water, analyzing pH, texture, swelling ratio, and color.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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