CATALYTIC CONUNDRUM: ALKALINE MEDIUM MN(VII) OXIDATION INSIGHTS WITH D-SORBITOL AND D-DULCITOL – UNMASKING SUBSTRATE INHIBITION

Authors

  • Dr. Oluwafemi Adekunle Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Osun State University, PMB 4494 Osogbo, Nigeria

Keywords:

Sugar alcohols, Oxidation kinetics, Alkaline KMnO4, D-sorbitol, D-dulcitol

Abstract

Sugar alcohols, also known as polyols, serve as valuable sugar substitutes due to their similar sensory properties to sugars, but with reduced calorie content and fewer negative health effects. Unlike traditional sugars, sugar alcohols are not completely absorbed into the bloodstream, making them a healthier alternative for managing blood sugar levels and protecting against tooth decay. This study focuses on the oxidation kinetics and mechanisms of two specific sugar alcohols, D-sorbitol and D-dulcitol, by alkaline KMnO4, shedding light on their reactivity and potential applications

Published

2023-11-28

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 4 (2022)

Section

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