Quitosano

(C₆H₁₁NO₄)ₙ

IUPAC: Chitosan

CAS: 9012-76-4

Descripción general

Chitosan is derived from chitin in crustacean shells and is the second most abundant natural polysaccharide after cellulose. It has antimicrobial and wound-healing properties.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 11 1,0080
Carbono C 6 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 1 14,0070
Oxígeno O 4 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×11
6,9%
C
Carbono ×6
44,7%
N
Nitrógeno ×1
8,7%
O
Oxígeno ×4
39,7%

Usos

  • • Wound dressing
  • • Water purification flocculant
  • • Weight loss supplement
  • • Agricultural coating

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Made from shrimp and crab shell waste, turning seafood industry waste into valuable products

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
161,16 g/mol
Solubilidad
soluble in dilute acid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quitosano?
Quitosano ((C₆H₁₁NO₄)ₙ) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Chitosan.
What is the molecular weight of Quitosano?
Quitosano has a molar mass of 161.16 g/mol.
What state is Quitosano at room temperature?
Quitosano is a solid at room temperature.
Is Quitosano organic or inorganic?
Quitosano is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Quitosano?
Quitosano ((C₆H₁₁NO₄)ₙ) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O).