Characterising the size and size distribution of monosaccharide molecules
This application note discusses the characterization of the size and size distribution of monosaccharide molecules, specifically glucose. The BeNano, equipped with a high-speed correlator, was used to measure glucose, which has a molecular weight of 180 Da. Viscosity correction was performed using polystyrene spheres, and measurements were conducted at different concentrations. The results showed distinct correlation functions and size distributions for sucrose and glucose samples, highlighting the presence of monosaccharides and polysaccharides. The BeNano system demonstrated reliable detection capabilities for small particles like glucose.
