Title: Optimization of synthesis and characterization of cassava starch- graft-poly(acrylonitrile) using response surface methodology.
Authors: Jyothi, Alummoottil N.; Sajeev, Moothandasery S.; Parvathy, Prabha C.; Sreekumar, Janardanan
Abstract: The article discusses a study that synthesized water-insoluble cassava starch-graft-poly(acrylonitrile) using potassium persulphate (PPS) initiator. The reaction conditions were optimized for maximum grafting to develop prediction models in terms of reaction conditions. The structural and functional characteristics were determined to characterize the graft polymers. Findings show high thermal stability in the grafted starches.
Subjects: STARCH; PERSULFATES; POLYACRYLONITRILES; GRAFT copolymers; THERMAL properties; GLASS transition temperature
Publication: Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2011, Vol 122, Issue 3, p1546
ISSN: 0021-8995
Publication type: Academic Journal
DOI: 10.1002/app.34271

Optimization of synthesis and characterization of cassava starch- graft-poly(acrylonitrile) using response surface methodology.

Jyothi, Alummoottil N.; Sajeev, Moothandasery S.; Parvathy, Prabha C.; Sreekumar, Janardanan