Hydrocolloid Flashcards by Kirsten McDonald

What is in alginate?

CaSO4 (gypsum)
Source of calcium for setting cross linking
NaPO4 controls setting reaction
Na/K salt of alginic acid
Forms Sol with Water
Set becomes crossed liked gel

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What is imbibition?

Addition of water

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What is syneresis?

Evaporation of water

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Hydrocolloid Flashcards

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