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principle.
Chemical properties
It is a weak oxidizing agent. It reacts with most metals
to make copper and a metal sulfate.[5] For example, it
reacts with iron to make copper and iron(II) sulfate.
Fe + CuSO4 FeSO4 + Cu
Properties
The multiple properties of gelatin make it very
versatile. It is part of the hydrocolloid family,
substances which, in aqueous solution, impede the
mobility of water and thus affect the texture. It is
obviously a gelling agent and its product is thermoreversible, that is to say, it melts under the effect of
heat. The relative strength of gels formed by various
gelatins is measured on a scale called "Bloom". Gelatin
is also a thickening and a foaming agent. It allows the
retention of water, stabilizes emulsions, or can form
protective films.
Collagen doesnt dissolve in water in its natural form,
so it must be modified to make gelatin.
The main property of gelatin is to form a thermoreversible gel. In order to do this, it must first be
dissolved in water at about 50C (122F). Gelling occurs
when cooling at temperatures below 15C (59F).
Unlike agar-agar gels, gelatin liquefies at a temperature
of about 35C (95F), allowing it to melt quickly in the
mouth, a much appreciated property during tasting.