Biopolymer

Name:
Biopolymer
Detailed information:
A water-soluble polymer resulting from the action of bacteria (genus Xanthomonas) on carbohydrates. The viscosity is almost as low as that of water. Chromium ion can be added to increase viscosity if desired. Such polymers are being used as viscosity builders in oil-well drilling muds and as thickeners and gel-strength additives in aqueous media.See Fermentation.