Aspects Regarding the Biodegradation of Lipids

Authors

  • Ioana Manciulea Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Keywords:

lipids, acidity index, iodine index, peroxide index, biodegradation

Abstract

Lipids are important constituents of vegetal and animal organisms, which are also used in the nutrition and cosmetics industry. The paper presents the research concerning the chemical characteristics and the process of biodegradation over time of some lipids used in nourishment and cosmetics.

Author Biography

Ioana Manciulea, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Chemistry Dept.

Published

2007-01-17

Issue

Vol. 12(47) (2005)

Section

MATERIALS PROCESSING