Action of sulfating agents on proteins and model substances. I. Concentrated sulfuric acid

HC Reitz, RE Ferrel, H Fraenkel-Conrat…

Index: Reitz et al. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 1946 , vol. 68, p. 1026,1030

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Abstract

The method of preparation, properties and possible practical applications of a derivative of wheat gluten obtained by the action of cold, concentrated sulfuric acid have recently been described. a The sodium, potassium and ammonium salts of this derivative possess the unique property of absorbing almost immediately 100-300 times their weight of cold water to give stiff gels. Because information that might lead to an understanding of this property ...