Abstract

The effect of certain additives on the gel point of various grades of Methocel 4000 solutions has been investigated. Most electrolytes, as well as sorbitol, sucrose, and glycerin depress the gel point while ethanol, propylene glycol, and polyethylene glycol 400 raise the gel point. The effect of propylene glycol in counteracting the gel point depression caused by magnesium chloride or sucrose as examples of electrolytes and nonionic hydrophilic compounds, respectively, is illustrated. The gel point raising effect of ethanol, propylene glycol, and polyethylene glycol 400 has been related to their solvent properties.

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