In the present investigation, rheological properties (viscosity) of different gum like Karaya, Babool, Anogiessus latifolia, Acacia nelotica and Acacia Senegal were found by Brookfield viscometer and compare its swelling capacity. Mucilages containing 1 to 10% w/v of different gum were prepared by dispersing in freshly distilled water and allowed to stand undisturbed for 24 h for complete hydration. |