With Time,alginate Gels Shrink and Lose Water Through a Process

question 8

Multiple Choice

With time,alginate gels shrink and lose water through a process called:

• A) imbibition.
• B) syneresis.
• C) agglomeration.
• D) agglutination.
• E) dehydration.

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