Chapter 9

Isolation of Salt Alternative and Potassium Chloride from Banana Plant (Musa Balbisiana Colla) Fiber Ash

Dibakar Chandra Deka and Satya Ranjan Neog

Abstract

Materials and methods for the isolation of potassium chloride from banana plant fiber ash aqueous extract have been discussed. The extract, after neutralization with hydrochloric acid, affords a solid which consists of nearly 90% of potassium chloride. The solid is a prospective table salt alternative, especially for individuals suffering from hypokalemia and high blood pressure. Fractional crystallization of the solid affords potassium chloride of 96% purity, which can find other applications.

Total Pages: 114-122 (9)

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