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Microwave-assisted acidolysis offers a faster and more accurate method for lignin quantification in apple pomace compared to traditional refluxing. This optimized technique improves selectivity for lignin-carbohydrate bonds.

Area of Science:

  • Agricultural Chemistry
  • Biomass Valorization
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • Apple pomace is a rich source of lignin, a valuable biopolymer.
  • Traditional lignin quantification methods, like refluxing, are time-consuming and may lack selectivity.
  • Efficient lignin extraction is crucial for biomass valorization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a rapid and selective method for lignin quantification in apple pomace.
  • To optimize microwave-assisted acidolysis conditions using response surface methodology.
  • To compare the accuracy of microwave-assisted acidolysis with the traditional Klason lignin method.

Main Methods:

  • Mild acidolysis of apple pomace using a microwave oven.
  • Optimization of pressure, temperature, and time via response surface methodology.

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  • Comparison of results with the Klason lignin methodology.

    • Main Results:

    • Optimal microwave digestion conditions determined as 30 bar, 170 °C for 15 min.
    • Microwave-assisted acidolysis yielded a higher lignin content (33% w/w) compared to traditional refluxing (27% w/w).
    • Temperature and pressure significantly influenced lignin determination (p < 0.05).

    Conclusions:

    • Microwave-assisted acidolysis is a more accurate and efficient method for lignin quantification in apple pomace.
    • The optimized method enhances selectivity for lignin-carbohydrate bond cleavage.
    • This technique offers a significant time reduction for lignin analysis in biomass.