Synthesis and Characterization of Canola-Based Cholesteryl Ester and Nematic E7 Mixture

Autor: Ayrah B. Tumbokon, Almira B. Cruz, Leonorina G. Cada, Zenaida B. Domingo
Rok vydání: 2001
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Zdroj: Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals Science and Technology. Section A. Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals. 364:937-942
ISSN: 1058-725X
DOI: 10.1080/10587250108025067
Popis: The fatty acid of Canola Oil, 61% of which is Oleic acid, was extracted. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrophotometry (FTIR) confirmed the fatty acid extraction. Canola-based Cholesteryl Ester (CANCE) was obtained through esterification. FTIR scans of the CANCE and the fatty acid were compared to verify the complete esterification. The resulting crude product is a yellow wax with some crystals embedded on it. Thin layer chromatography was then performed to determine the appropriate solvent for the column chromatography to purify the crude sample. The purified product was characterized using Optical Polarizing Microscopy and Differential Scanning Calorimetry. Mixtures of the Nematic E7 and CANCE in different ratios were prepared. Transition temperatures of each mixture were determined using differential scanning calorimetry and verified using optical polarizing microscopy.
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