Dextrose Monohydrate

Properties:

1. Appearance: It is a white, crystalline solid.
2. Solubility: It is soluble in water, and the presence of the water of crystallization makes it slightly more hygroscopic than anhydrous glucose.
3. Stability: It is stable under normal conditions, but the water of crystallization can be lost if exposed to heat or dry environments.
4. Sweetness: It is less sweet than anhydrous glucose due to the presence of water molecules that dilute the sweetness.
5. Density: The density of glucose monohydrate is slightly higher than that of anhydrous glucose due to the additional water content.

Uses:

1. Food Industry: It is used as a sweetener in various food products, including confectionery, beverages, and baked goods.
2. Pharmaceuticals: It is used in the formulation of pharmaceutical products, particularly in oral solutions and syrups where the presence of water is beneficial.
3. Nutritional Supplements: It is used in energy drinks and sports supplements to provide a quick source of energy.
4. Healthcare: It is used in intravenous solutions for hydration and energy supply in medical treatments.
5. Biotechnology: It serves as a substrate for fermentation processes in the production of biofuels, bioplastics, and other biotechnological applications.
6. Cultural Media: In microbiology, glucose monohydrate is used in the preparation of culture media for the growth of microorganisms.
7. Agriculture: It can be used as a source of energy for plants in hydroponic systems or as a component in fertilizers.