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BC-g-PAA: Characterization and Establishment of the IPN Hydrogel Jelita, Jelita; Saragih, Sri Wahyuna; Irham, Wardatul Husna
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 10 No 5 (2024): May
Publisher : Postgraduate, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v10i5.7007

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A study on the manufacture of bacterial cellulose IPN hydrogel crosslinked poly acrylic acid using the MBA crosslinker. This study aims to characterize and observe the reaction to form bacterial cellulose-based hydrogel IPN. The BC-g-PAA was characterized by the degree of cross-linking, swelling ratio, and FTIR analysis. The results of this study found predictions of the reaction process for the formation of IPN Hydrogel in several process stages, namely 1) The polymerization process of bacterial cellulose chains that form cross-linked networks independently, 2) The process of cross-linking Acrylate monomers with MBA crosslinkers in three steps, i.e. initiation, propagation and termination, 3) Reaction process Formation of IPN network. The results of the characterization test for the degree of crosslinking were 54.55%; Swelling ratio of 1631.25%. FTIR analysis shows that there is a peak that identifies the occurrence of crosslinking
Characteristics of Chitosan from Black Soldier Fly Pupa Shells as a Crosslinking Agent in the Manufacture of Slow-Release Fertilizer Hydrogels Saragih, Sri Wahyuna; Irham, Wardatul Husna; Yosephine, Ingrid Ovie; Ferza, Muhammad; Yulia, Bella; Fadhilah, Annisah
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 11 No 1 (2025): January
Publisher : Postgraduate, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v11i1.9692

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Chitosan, a natural polysaccharide obtained through the deacetylation of chitin, exhibits unique properties that make it a potential material for various applications, including agriculture. This study aims to examine the characteristics of chitosan derived from Black Soldier Fly (BSF) pupa shells and its role as a crosslinking agent in polymer-based hydrogel synthesis for slow-release fertilizers. Chitosan was isolated through chemical processes, including demineralization, deproteinization, and deacetylation. Characterization was conducted using FTIR, XRD, SEM, TEM, and TGA. The results revealed that chitosan from BSF pupa shells has a degree of deacetylation of 83%, a semi-crystalline and slightly amorphous structure, pores that enhance water absorption capacity, and high thermal stability. These properties make chitosan an effective crosslinking agent, improving hydrogel stability and extending nutrient release duration. These findings demonstrate the potential of chitosan as an innovative material for hydrogel applications in sustainable agriculture.