Chitosan Hydrogels Mechanisms
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What is a significant challenge of using chitosan (CS) in hydrogel applications?

  • Poor swelling capacity
  • Limited availability of materials
  • Lack of mechanical strength (correct)
  • High degradation rate

Which of the following polymers is commonly used in the formation of hydrogels?

  • Polyvinyl chloride
  • Nylon
  • Polyurethane (correct)
  • Polystyrene

What determines the applicability of hydrogels in commercial products such as diapers?

  • Color and appearance
  • Odor retention
  • Rate and degree of swelling (correct)
  • Temperature stability

Which model is most commonly used to describe the kinetics of hydrogel swelling?

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What type of biopolymers are mainly used for the synthesis of hydrogels?

<p>Polysaccharides (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be added to hydrogels to improve their mechanical strength?

<p>Crosslinking agents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do dried hydrogels take time to reach swelling equilibrium?

<p>Slow diffusion of water into the structure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is used to adjust pH when preparing hydrogel solutions?

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What is the primary component of the hydrogels discussed?

<p>Poly(beta-(1,4)-D-glucosamine) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hydrogel formation status describes CS1Gl0.4?

<p>Firm Hydrogel with a good texture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the Equilibrium Water Content (EWC) of the hydrogel calculated?

<p>(Ws - Wdr) / Wdr * 100 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the equation ES% represent in the context of hydrogels?

<p>The weight percentage of the dry hydrogel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method is referenced for yielding the kinetic order and rate of swelling of CS hydrogels?

<p>Druzynska Method (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the hydrogel CS1Gl0.6?

<p>Highly Viscous Hydrogel (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wdr stand for in the equations related to hydrogel properties?

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What is the relationship between Wsw and Wdr in calculating ES%?

<p>Wsw is the weight of the swollen hydrogel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What indicates that the swelling of the hydrogel follows first-order kinetics?

<p>The plot of $ rac{Seq}{Seq-S}$ against $t$ is a straight line. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following equations represents the first-order kinetics of hydrogel swelling?

<p>$\frac{dS}{dt} = k_{1r} (Seq - S)$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the variable $k_{1r}$ represent in the context of hydrogel swelling?

<p>The rate constant of first-order kinetics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the second-order kinetics equation of hydrogel swelling, what is represented by the term $(Seq - S)^2$?

<p>The square of the remaining swelling capacity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can one confirm that the swelling process follows second-order kinetics?

<p>By plotting $(Seq - S)^{-1}$ against $t$. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What experimental condition is used to assess the swelling ratio of the hydrogel?

<p>Using a gravimetric measurement in distilled water at 25°C (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of an $R^2$ value approaching 1 in the swelling study?

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What determines the rate of swelling according to first-order kinetics?

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What does the parameter So represent in the swelling equation?

<p>The initial swelling value when t = 0 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At which pH does chitosan (CS) demonstrate the best swelling according to the observed data?

<p>pH 7 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the swelling parameter S if there is desorption occurring?

<p>S is calculated using a minus sign (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which equation describes the swelling behavior of the hydrogel over time?

<p>$S = [1−exp(−kR^2t)]$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would make chitosan (CS) insoluble according to its pKa value?

<p>pH above 6.5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the observed range of swelling percentage for uncrosslinked CS beads at pH 7 in this study?

<p>100-200% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What morphological change occurs in the flat 2D shaped film of chitosan after absorbing water?

<p>It converts into a 3D hollow tubular shape (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of CS limits its swelling in alkaline pH?

<p>It swells less than in neutral pH (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the weight loss at temperatures around 160°C in polymers?

<p>Evaporation of absorbed water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which temperature range shows the maximum weight loss for the polymer?

<p>225°C to 298°C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does chemical modification typically have on the thermal stability of chitosan?

<p>It generally decreases thermal stability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to complex molecules during the second stage decomposition of the polymer?

<p>They are converted to simpler molecules (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the observed impact of modifying chitosan with glutaraldehyde and sulfuric acid?

<p>Improved mechanical strength and acid stability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor affecting weight loss in polymers during thermal exposure?

<p>Hydrophilicity of the polymer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what percentage weight loss does the initial stage of decomposition occur?

<p>Around 12% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of chemical modifications to the properties of chitosan?

<p>It allows use in various applications despite reducing thermal stability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the endothermic peak in the analysis of CS relate to?

<p>Evaporation of water bound to CS network (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred if the R2 values for First Order Kinetics approach 1?

<p>The swelling follows first order kinetics more closely (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which peak represents the degradation/melting of the main chain of CS?

<p>Exothermic peak at about 266°C (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about second order kinetics in CS hydrogels is true?

<p>It can be graphically represented in multiple environmental conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What reaction occurs between CS and glutaraldehyde that can be confirmed by a new peak?

<p>Formation of imines that are Schiff bases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the R2 values indicate when comparing first order and second order kinetics?

<p>The order of kinetics followed by the hydrogels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a graph of 'ln(Seq/(Seq-S))' against 't' represent for CS hydrogels?

<p>First order kinetics behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the two-stage decomposition process in CS crosslinked with glutaraldehyde indicate?

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Flashcards

Hydrogels

Hydrogels are hydrophilic polymer networks that absorb water.

Synthetic Polymers

Synthetic polymers in hydrogels include acrylic acid, acrylamide, polyurethane, and poly(ethylene glycol).

Natural Polymers

Natural polymers like cellulose, dextran, starch, and chitosan are used in hydrogel synthesis.

Swelling Ability of Hydrogels

Hydrogels exhibit high water uptake and take several hours to reach an equilibrium point of absorption.

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Fickian Diffusion Model

A common way to describe the kinetics of hydrogel swelling, explaining the diffusion process.

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Mechanical Strength of CS Hydrogels

Chitosan (CS) hydrogels have low mechanical strength, so they are blended or crosslinked to improve it.

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Crosslinking

A method to improve the mechanical properties of hydrogels by connecting polymer chains.

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Mathematical Modeling of Swelling

Important for understanding and applying hydrogels in different conditions; it helps predict behaviour.

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CS hydrogel notation

A shorthand way to represent different compositions of Chitosan (CS) and Glutaraldehyde hydrogels used in experiments.

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Equilibrium Water Content (EWC)

Percentage of water absorbed by a hydrogel, measured at equilibrium.

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Hydrogel Swelling Kinetics

Describes the process and rate at which water enters and swells the hydrogel.

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ES%

Percentage of swelling of a hydrogel, calculated using the weight of dry and swollen hydrogel.

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Flaccid Hydrogel

A hydrogel that is soft and droopy in its form; not tightly or firmly structured.

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Firm Hydrogel

A hydrogel with a good structure; not easily deformed; relatively stiff.

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Highly viscous Hydrogel

A hydrogel with a very thick consistency, like a thick syrup that doesn't flow easily.

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Swelling Kinetics Order

The rate at which a hydrogel absorbs water, determined through a specific method, in order to understand the type of relationship between time and water uptake.

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Swelling of CS hydrogel

The increase in size of a chitosan (CS) hydrogel due to water absorption, measured in grams per gram (g/g).

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CS hydrogel at time t

The swelling value of a chitosan (CS) hydrogel at a specific point in time (t), expressed in units of g/g.

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Kinetic constant (k1)

A constant in an equation describing changes in swelling over time. It shows the rate of change.

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Characteristic constant (k2)

A constant factor in the swelling equation. It affects the final swelling amount.

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Exponential association model

A model used to describe situations where a parameter changes exponentially over time, either increasing or decreasing.

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Kinetic constant kR2

A constant describing the rate of change in the exponential model for swelling, measured in inverse hours (h⁻¹).

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Swelling in acidic conditions

The extent of swelling of chitosan in solutions with lower pH values.

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Chitosan (CS) solubility

Chitosan dissolves in mild acids and is insoluble above a certain pH (pKa).

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First-order kinetics equation

The rate of hydrogel swelling over time (t) follows this formula: dS/dt = k1r(Seq - S), where k1r is the rate constant, Seq is the equilibrium swelling, and S is the swelling at time t.

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First-order kinetics plot

A plot of ln(Seq/(Seq-S)) vs. time (t) should form a straight line, if the hydrogel exhibits first-order swelling kinetics, and its R2 value is close to 1.

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Second-order swelling kinetics

A type of swelling where the rate of change in hydrogel swelling (dS/dt) is proportional to the square of the difference between the equilibrium swelling (Seq) and the current swelling (S): dS/dt = k2r(Seq - S)^2.

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Second-order kinetics equation (integrated form)

The integrated form of the second order swelling equation: S = (k2r * Seq * t) / (1 + k2r * t * Seq), where S is the swelling at time t, Seq is equilibrium swelling, k2r the second-order rate constant, and t is time, providing the swelling profile.

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Swelling ratio (SR)

A measure of the hydrogel's ability to absorb water, calculated by measuring the weight change of the hydrogel sample when placed in water over time.

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Equilibrium swelling

The maximum amount of water a hydrogel can absorb under specific conditions, such as temperature and concentration of substances.

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Rate constant (k1r, k2r)

A constant that determines the speed of the swelling reaction.

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Hydrogel Swelling

The process where a hydrogel absorbs water or another liquid, causing it to expand.

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Thermal Stability of CS

Chitosan (CS) degrades when heated, losing weight due to water evaporation and breakdown of its structure. Chemical modifications can affect how stable it is.

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First Stage Decomposition

When CS is heated, the first stage involves the loss of water absorbed in its structure. This happens around 160°C.

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Second Stage Decomposition

This stage involves the breakdown of CS's main structure into smaller molecules like acetic acid. It occurs around 225-298°C.

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Weight Loss in CS

The amount of weight CS loses upon heating depends on its chemical makeup, including how much water it absorbs and how tightly its molecules are bound.

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Chemical Modification of CS

Adding chemicals to CS can change its properties. It usually makes it less stable but can enhance its strength and acid resistance.

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Glutaraldehyde & Sulfuric Acid

These chemicals are used to modify CS, improving its strength but reducing its thermal stability.

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Effect of Modification on CS

Modifications can enhance CS's properties for specific applications, but generally they make it more sensitive to heat.

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Thermal Stability & Applicability

Understanding how CS behaves under heat is crucial for choosing its applications. Less stable CS might be best for certain uses, while more stable CS is suitable for others.

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Endothermic Peak in DSC

This peak in Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) analysis indicates the energy absorbed as water molecules bound to the CS network and glutaraldehyde functional groups break free due to heat.

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Exothermic Peak in DSC

This peak in DSC analysis indicates the energy released as the main chain of CS39 degrades or melts due to heat.

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First Order Kinetics

A type of swelling kinetics where the rate of swelling is proportional to the difference in the amount of water absorbed and the final equilibrium state.

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Second Order Kinetics

A type of swelling kinetics where the rate of swelling depends on the square of the difference in the amount of water absorbed and the final equilibrium state.

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R2 Values

These values in a kinetic analysis indicate how well the data fits a particular model. Values closer to 1 indicate a better fit.

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Schiff Base Formation

A chemical reaction between a primary amine (like chitosan) and an aldehyde (like glutaraldehyde) resulting in a strong covalent bond called an imine.

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Covalent Crosslinking

Connecting polymer chains together using strong covalent bonds, increasing the material's strength and stability.

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Fick's Law

A mathematical model that describes the diffusion of molecules through a material, often used in analyzing swelling kinetics of hydrogels.

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Study Notes

Kinetics, Absorption, and Diffusion Mechanism of Crosslinked Chitosan Hydrogels

  • Chitosan hydrogels are useful for environmental applications
  • Crosslinked and physical hydrogels were synthesized
  • Swelling of disc-shaped crosslinked hydrogels using glutaraldehyde was compared to physical film and bead hydrogels
  • Best swelling (around 3000%) observed in square film hydrogels, but they lacked rigidity
  • Crosslinked hydrogels with higher crosslinker concentration trapped less water but had better mechanical strength
  • Characterization of synthesized crosslinked hydrogels used FTIR, TGA, and DSC
  • Equilibrium swelling higher at acidic pH (2.5)
  • Increased temperature enhances swelling degree
  • Hydrogels absorb more water with lower molar salt concentrations
  • Second-order kinetics was observed due to stress relaxation of polymeric chains
  • Diffusion was anomalous (exponent values between 0.5 and 1)
  • Peleg's and Exponential models used for absorption modeling
  • High swelling ability, biocompatibility, and available oxygen and nitrogen (lone pairs) on the CS surface make it ideal for drug delivery, fertilizer release, and contaminant adsorption

Introduction

  • Hydrogels are 3-dimensional hydrophilic polymeric networks where water acts as a dispersion medium
  • Superabsorbent polymers are a type of hydrogel with high water swelling (>100%)
  • Hydrophilicity is due to polar groups like -OH, -CONH-, -COOH, -SO3H
  • Natural polymers, such as cellulose, dextran, starch, and chitosan (CS), can be used for hydrogel synthesis
  • Many commercial hydrogels are acrylic-based and take significant time to degrade
  • Biodegradable and less toxic hydrogels are researched for industrial and commercial uses

Materials and Methods

  • Materials: Chitosan (CS), glutaraldehyde, acetic acid
  • Synthesis of uncrosslinked CS beads: CS mixed with acetic acid, added dropwise to NaOH bath (precipitating bath), left for hardening
  • Synthesis of uncrosslinked CS films: CS and acetic acid mixture poured over a petri dish to form film
  • Synthesis of crosslinked CS disc hydrogels: CS with gradually increasing concentrations of glutaraldehyde mixed, added to test tubes, resulted in hydrogel formation
  • Swelling studies: Used gravimetric measurements to assess swelling. Discs placed in distilled water at various pH values and temperatures
  • Characterization methods: FTIR spectroscopy, Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC).

Results and Discussion

  • Effect of pH: Swelling increased at acidic (pH 2.5) and decreased at alkaline (pH 10.5) conditions
  • Effect of temperature: Higher temperatures generally led to higher swelling
  • Effect of ionic strength: Higher ionic strength (salt concentration) typically led to reduced swelling
  • FTIR: Verified presence of hydroxyl groups, indicative of hydrophilicity. Also showed amide II and C-O-C stretching, common in carbohydrate structures
  • TGA & DSC: First stage weight loss (around 12%) attributed to water evaporation from the network. Second stage loss associated with degradation around 225-298°C. Peak around 266°C indicated main chain degradation

Swelling Kinetics

  • First-order and Second-order kinetics: Determined the order of kinetics by plotting data and examining R² values and found most results followed second order.
  • Diffusion mechanism: Diffusion of water in the hydrogel network is analyzed using Fick's laws determining water diffusion rates for different conditions
  • Absorption kinetics modeling: The two most common models: Peleg's model and Exponential association model were used.
  • High R² values indicated that Peleg's model better reflected observed absorption behavior.

Conclusion

  • Different physical and chemical approaches were used to synthesize CS hydrogels
  • Swelling behavior significantly affected by pH, temperature, and ionic strength of the surrounding medium
  • Swelling kinetics were explored, indicating second order kinetics.
  • The properties of these CS hydrogels show promise for various applications, particularly in controlled release systems.

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