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Properties of prepared chitin and chitosan
| Properties | Chitin | Chitosan |
|---|---|---|
| Protein (%) | 0.43 ± 0.08 | 0.25 ± 0.06 |
| Minerals (%) | 0.57 ± 0.07 | 0.22 ± 0.08 |
| DD (%) | 8.20 ± 2.40 | 85.40 ± 2.10 |
| Viscositya (cP) | – | 620 ± 33 |
| Molecular weight (kDa) | – | 450 ± 25 |
| Solubilitya (%) | – | 99.5 ± 0.05 |
(–) No analysis
aDetermined in a solution of 1 wt % chitosan in 1% acetic acid
