Table 3.
Physical properties of Cucumeropsis mannii seed oil.
| Physical properties of oil | Value | Equipment Used |
|---|---|---|
| Yield (%) | 40.8 | – |
| Colour | Light yellow | Physical observation |
| Relative Density (Cm3) | 0.93 ± 0.02 | Relative density bottle |
| Viscosity at 30 °C (mm2/s) | 3.00 ± 0.10 | Digital viscometer |
| Refractive index at 28 °C | 1.46 ± 0.04 | Refractometer |
| State at Room Temp | Liquid | Physical observation |
Values are mean ± SD of three determinations.