Molecular weights and molecular weight distribution of polymers by equilibrium ultracentrifugation. Part I. Average molecular weights |
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Authors: | Th. G. Scholte |
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Abstract: | From the sedimentation-diffusion equilibria of some polymer solutions the average molecular weights M?n, M?w, M?z, and M?z+1 have been determined in different ways. In particular, the applicability of Fujita's method, which utilizes concentration gradient values at the midpoint of the solution column at a number of rotor speeds, was examined. It appears that if the gradients at some other places in the column are also used, a smaller range of rotor speeds suffices. This method is generally applicable for determining the average molecular weights specified above. |
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