A Routine Method for Measuring Molasses Viscosity
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Viscosity of molasses is determined under standard conditions (50°C, 80% Karl Fischer solids) using a Hoeppler viscosimeter. Samples are pretreated by dilution and concentration under vacuum to dissolve crystal and remove air. Measurements are made at two different concentrations, preferably slightly below and slightly above 80% solids and the required value obtained by extrapolation using the straight line relationship of log viscosity to concentration between 78% and 84% solids. The importance of the slope of this straight line is discussed. Centrifuging of molasses reduces viscosity substantially.
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