Research Article

Optimization of Variables for Aqueous Extraction of Gum from Grewia mollis Powder

Table 5

Computed predicted optimum conditions of extraction of Grewia mollis gum.

FactorOptimum viscosityOptimum yield

Times1.03
pH7.14
Temperature 50.373.2
Water : shrub ratio55.4 : 180 : 1

Bold values were overlaid selected optimum conditions.