Introduction to Gelatin Chemistry (II)

Abstract

Characteristics of sol and gel states of gelatin are described: 1. Sol and gel, 1.1. Properties of a gelatin sol, (1) optical properties, clearness, turbidity, refractive index, (2) foaming power, (3) viscosity. 1.2. Gelation and structure of a gel. 1.3. Properties of a gel, (1) melting point, (2) jelly strength and gel rigidity, (3) swelling of a gel.