What You Need to Know
The reaction between sodium alginate and calcium ions forms a gel-like substance at room temperature, with the gelation process accelerated by the presence of calcium ions and influenced by factors such as concentration and temperature.
Steps
- 1.
Molecular caviar (Spain): Creates faux caviar texture
- 2.
Bubble tea pearls (Taiwan): Alternative to traditional tapioca
- 3.
Cocktail spheres (USA): Encapsulates alcoholic liquids
The Science
Primary Reaction
Gelation reaction between sodium alginate and calcium ions