Master the practical science of sugar analysis with a comprehensive guide that blends theory and hands-on methods.
This nonfiction reference provides a broad, workmanlike view of sugar analysis for use in research, technical, and control laboratories. It emphasizes practical methods, their limits, and how to apply them in real-world settings. The book also dedicates space to describing sugars themselves, their occurrence, preparation, properties, and key reactions, plus a look at synthetic methods that illuminate the analysis process.
- Clear guidance on sampling, moisture determination, densimetric tests, refractometry, and polarimetry.
- Explanations of how each method works, where it applies, and its limitations.
- Techniques for analyzing sugar mixtures, including combined polarimetric and reducing-power approaches.
- Context on the sugars and derivatives that commonly appear in sugar work, with historical references and practical notes.
Ideal for readers in research and industry who need reliable, field-tested procedures and a solid understanding of when and why to use them.