Agar-Agar, 250 g

Agar-Agar supports a range of applications in technical chemistry. It is a linear polysaccharide composed of alternating units of D-galactose and 3,6-anhydro-L-galactose with a molecular formula of C14H22O11 and a molecular weight of approximately 66,844 g/mol. This compound belongs to the class of hydrocolloids, which are substances that thicken and stabilize solutions. Agar-Agar is commonly used as a gelatinous substance in food production, but it also finds applications in microbiology due to its ability to solidify at low temperatures while melting at higher ones, making it suitable for growing certain types of bacteria. This Agar-Agar is available in a pack size of 250 grams, offering a convenient quantity for various applications.

• CAS Number: 9002-18-0