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CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles
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CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles is scientific journal that publishes articles in the field of Chemical Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physical Chemistry. It is a journal to encourage research publication to research scholars, academicians, professionals and student engaged in their respective field. Author can submit manuscript by doing online submission. Author should prepare their manuscript to the instructions given in Author Guidelines before doing online submission. Template of article can be download in right sidebar. All submissions will be reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical research, and relevance to journal contributions. Chemical Engineering Research Articles is published by Universitas PGRI Madiun on June and December.
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Extraction of Basil Leaves Essential Oil using Microwave Assisted Hydrodistillation Method: Physical Characterization and Antibacterial Activity Putri, Ditta Kharisma Yolanda; Putri, Salsabila Ananda; Nugraha, Briantara Agung; Fachri, Boy Arief; Palupi, Bekti
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.14639.1-12

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Basil oil can be obtained from basil leaves by non-extraction methods, namely Microwave Assisted Hydrodistillation (MAHD). Therefore, this research aims to determine the yield percentage, essential oil composition by GC-MS, physical characteristics, and antibacterial activity of basil essential oil. The highest yield of 0.3076% was obtained at the optimum condition, which included a microwave power of 300 W, a mass-to-volume solvent ratio (F/S) of 0.75 g/mL, a raw material size of ± 1.75 cm, and an extraction time of 90 min. The results of the analysis of variance showed that all process parameters used had a significant effect on the yield obtained. Basil oil exhibited a larger inhibition zone against Escherichia coli bacteria (16.38 mm) which tended to be stronger than Staphylococcus aureus (5.95 mm) and was classified as moderate. The main components contained in the basil oil were E-Citral (46.79%) and Z-Citral (38.17%). The physical characteristic test showed that the basil oil was soluble in 96% ethanol after a ratio of 1:9, with 1 ml of basil oil compared to 9 ml of ethanol. The density of basil oil at 0.961 g/mL also complied with the standard value according to the Essential Oil Association (EOA) of Ocimum basilicum Essential Oil. These results showed revealed that the parameter analyzed using oil yields at operating conditions produced the most optimum yield value.
Optimization of Ulva sp. Decomposition using H2SO4 with Microwave-Assisted Hydrolysis Method as Feedstock of Bioethanol Palupi, Bekti; Rizalluddin, Muhammad; Septianti, Kiki; Rahmawati, Istiqomah; Fachri, Boy Arief; Rizkiana, Meta Fitri; Amini, Helda Wika
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.14682.13-25

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Bioethanol is a renewable energy used to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, which have negative impacts on the environment. Furthermore, Ulva sp. contains high levels of carbohydrates, making it potentially suitable as a raw material for bioethanol production. Therefore, this study aims to determine the optimal decomposition process using the microwave-assisted hydrolysis method with an acid solvent (H2SO4), by examining the effects of acid concentration, hydrolysis time, and microwave power. Optimization was carried out using several parameters such as hydrolysis time, microwave power, and the ratio of raw materials to solvents. The ANOVA test results showed that the hydrolysis variable parameter had a significant effect on the reducing sugar content obtained, evidenced by the R2 value of 0.9892. The highest reducing sugar content of 19.71 mg/mL was produced under the operating conditions of 15 min hydrolysis time, 450 W microwave power, and 0.065 g/mL ratio of raw material to solvents.
The Effect of H-Factor on Kappa Number and Viscosity in Continuous Digester Putri, Rizka Wulandari; Rahmatullah, Rahmatullah; Siagian, Faisal
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.15681.26-33

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One of the most important steps in pulping is the cooking process, which serves to separate the cellulose and hemicellulose from lignin and other by-products. During the cooking process in the digester, various factors must be considered to create high-quality pulp. Among these factors, the H-Factor plays a significant role due to its impact on the kappa number and viscosity in the pulping process. A high H-Factor can also damage the strength of the pulp. Therefore, this research aims to investigate the effect of the H-Factor and active alkali on pulp yield and quality. The active alkali used was in line with the desired production objectives, as insufficient levels of active alkali can lead to a low yield of pulp. Meanwhile, pulp quality standards in the Pulp and Paper Industry included kappa number of 12-18 in the digester process, an approximate viscosity of 23 mPa.s, and the selection of H-Factor based on the desired production target.
Identification of Flavonoid Compounds in Ethanol Extract of Majapahit plant (Crescentia cujete) Leaves and their Potential as Anticancer Martha, Rahma Diyan; Fatimah, Fatimah; Danar, Danar; Parbuntari, Hesty
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.14056.34-48

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The Majapahit plant is commonly found in Indonesia but is rarely used due to a lack of information about its potential. One of the secondary metabolites commonly found in this plant are flavonoids. Therefore, this study aims to determine the distribution of flavonoid compounds in the Majapahit plant, particularly their potential as anticancer activty. Leaf material from Majapahit plants was extracted using the maceration technique, while the flavonoid compounds in the extract were identified using LCMS (Shimadzu LCMS-8040 LC/MS). The identification results showed that about 97 compounds were detected, including 14 flavonoids. The flavonoid compounds found include Quercetin, Chlorogenic acid, Kaempferol 3-O rhamnoside, Acacetin 7-rutinoside, Fortunellin, Kaempferol 3-[6"-(3-hydroxy-3-methyl glutarl) glucoside], Didymin, Diosmin, Hesperidin, Rutin, Citrusoside C, Citrusoside D, Narirutin 4'-glucoside, and Kaempferol 3-[6"-(3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl)glucoside] -7-glucoside. The highest composition of the identified flavonoid compounds was found in Kaempferol 3-O rhamnoside, with a 3.90%
Optimization Production and Characterization of Bacterial Cellulose from Cornhusk Widyastuti, Fikka Kartika; Kartika Fitri, Ayu Chandra
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.11781.49-55

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Cornhusks are agricultural wastes with low economic value that will cause environmental pollution if not appropriately handled. Cornhusk waste can be processed as raw material for bacterial cellulose (nata) since it contains 44% cellulose. This study aims to optimize bacterial cellulose production from cornhusks and determine the effect of cornhusk mass and fermentation duration on the characteristics of the nata produced. The primary process for producing bacterial cellulose from cornhusks was fermentation by Acetobacter xylinum. The nata characterization carried out in this study includes thickness, yield, crude fiber, and moisture content, as well as statistical analysis to determine whether there was significant effect of variations in cornhusk mass and fermentation duration on bacterial cellulose production. Based on the results of optimizing the production of nata from cornhusks, the optimal mass of cornhusks was of 25 grams with fermentation duration of 17 days. Based on the characterization and data analysis results, variation on the cornhusks mass and duration of the fermentation had a significant effect on fiber content, yield, and tensile strength of bacterial cellulose from cornhusks. On the other hand, the variations on cornhusks mass and the duration of fermentation did not significantly affect the moisture content and thickness of bacterial cellulose from cornhusks.
Performance Analysis of Ammonia Converter in Ammonia Unit Factory Susmanto, Prahady; Dewantara, Dino; Widodo, Teguh; Susanti, Susi
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.14157.56-62

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An ammonia converter is a catalyzed reactor that facilitates the synthesis of NH3 (ammonia) from hydrogen (H2) and nitrogen (N2). Several studies have shown that the performance of this reactor significantly influences the operational efficiency and productivity of ammonia plants. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the performance of an ammonia converter by assessing the effect of operating conditions on the reactant conversion and reaction products using design and actual data. The operating conditions examined included temperature, pressure, ratio of reactants, and inert mole utilized during the NH3 synthesis process. The results showed that the highest NH3 yield of 20.28% was achieved in actual data with 351.5oC temperature, 154.32 kg/cm2 pressure, 3.58 raw material ratio, and 3.57% inert mole (sixth dataset). The performance efficiency of an ammonia converter can be assessed using temperature, reactant ratio, and inert moles, while the pressure factor was insignificant due to dataset fluctuations. Based on the evaluation results, the converter experienced a decrease in performance due to a discrepancy in the existing operating conditions between the design and actual data.
Utilization of Activated Carbon/Magnesium(II) Composites in Decreasing Organic Materials Ullica, Dheasi Rani; Zaharah, Titin Anita; Silalahi, Imelda Hotmarisi
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i1.15662.63-75

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This study aimed to determine the characteristics, adsorption capacity, and isotherm of the adsorbent AC/Mg(II) composite in decreasing organic matter in peat water. Activated carbon was produced from empty fruit bunches of oil palm containing high levels of lignocellulose. Carbon was synthesized through the carbonization process and then activated with CH3COONa. The activated sample was composited with magnesium nitrate hexahydrate through an in-situ method under alkaline conditions using NaOH. The adsorbent AC/Mg(II) composite that had been prepared was characterized using FTIR, showing the presence of Mg-O bonds at the absorption wave number of 403.12 cm-1. The results showed that the moisture content of the adsorbent was lower compared to activated carbon, namely 1.30%. Furthermore, the best mass was 2 g AC/Mg(II) with an adsorption of 2.26 mg/g and an organic matter adsorption percentage of 14.41%. Furthermore, the optimum contact time was 15 minutes with an adsorption of 2.42 mg/g and a percentage of 17.15%. The mechanism occurring in the AC/Mg(II) composite with peat water organic matter followed the Langmuir isotherm equation, which formed a monolayer. The equation gave R2, adsorption capacity (Qo), and adsorption constant (k) values of 0.9994, 0.2340 mg/g, and 0.0047, respectively.
Nanoparticles and Nanoliposomes for Hair Growth Serum Arismunandar, Arif; Chabib, Lutfi; Ramadani, Arba Pramundita; Suryani, Arman; Kamarulzaman, Ezatul Ezleen
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 7 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v7i1.19908.57-66

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Solubility in penetrating the follicles is the main obstacle in the formulation of hair growth serum preparation with chemicals derived from natural or synthetic materials. Therefore, a delivery system is needed to deliver more chemical compounds into the follicles. Nanoparticles and nanoliposomes are potential chemical compound delivery systems in hair growth serum. Specifically, nanoparticles with a particle size of less than 200 nm can increase the transport of serum chemical compounds into the scalp. The small particle size makes the interaction between atoms and molecules faster and prevents clumping with the repulsive force of dispersed particles. Meanwhile, nanoliposomes with lipids as encapsulation in the delivery of lipophilic or hydrophilic chemical compounds with nanosizes can significantly increase serum diffusion on the scalp.
The Effect of NaOH Concentration and Acetylation Time on Synthesis of Kepok Banana Peel Cellulose Acetate Yasmin, Fia Kharisma; Pramita, Ayu; Satriawan, Dodi
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 6 No. 2 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v6i2.17294.85-94

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The high production of kepok banana is generating a significant amount of peel waste, contributing to environmental pollution. To address this issue, an innovative solution is the conversion of kepok banana peel into cellulose acetate as raw material for membrane production. Therefore, this research aimed to manufacture kepok banana peel cellulose acetate using varying concentrations of 1%, 1.5%, and 2% NaOH solvent, with acetylation times of 2 hours and 2.5 hours, respectively. The optimal results were achieved using 1% NaOH with kepok banana peel cellulose content of 56.07%. Furthermore, the best acetylation time occurred at a duration of 2.5 hours, producing a cellulose acetate content of 38.23% and a 2.3% degree of substitution (DS). These results suggested that the optimal combination for producing membrane from kepok banana peel is 1% concentration with an acetylation time of 2.5 hours, classifying it as cellulose diacetate.
The Antibacterial Potential of Ethyl Acetate Fraction from Plectranthus amboinicus Leaves and Identification of Active Compounds Using LC-MS Martha, Rahma Diyan; Safitri, Yunita Diyah; Lestari, Nasa Bela Dwi; Danar, Danar; Parbuntari, Hesty; Maida, Margarita Claudya; Muadifah, Afidatul; Huda, Choirul
CHEESA: Chemical Engineering Research Articles Vol. 7 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/cheesa.v7i1.13826.15-23

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The Indian Borage plant (Plectranthus amboinicus) is a traditional medicinal ingredient in Indonesia, containing flavonoids, alkaloids, polyphenols, saponins, and essential oils. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the antibacterial activity of P. amboinicus leaves ethyl acetate fraction using the disc diffusion method and identify the composition with LC-MS. The antibacterial activity test was conducted with concentration variations of 15%, 20%, and 25% with Chloramphenicol 500 mg and 5% DMSO as a positive and negative control, respectively. The results showed that the ethyl acetate fraction at a concentration of 20% had the largest inhibition zone diameter, with an average of 30 mm. The LC-MS results identified 115 compounds, and the highest concentration values were found in kaempferol 3-(6”-caffeoylglucoside) and kaempferol 3-glucosyl-(1→2) galactosyl-(1→2)-glucoside, with a composition of 3.26109% and 3.26141%, respectively.