ISSN:
1572-901X
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Summary The kinetics of oxidation of l-ascorbic acid by the N,N′-ethylenebis(salicylideneiminato) manganese(III) complex have been studied over the 4.5–9.3 pH range. An intermediate ascorbate complex was formed which had an inhibiting effect on the rate of the redox reaction. The rapid formation of this intermediate was followed using the stopped-flow technique, whereas its slow decomposition was monitored using a conventional spectrophotometer. The formation of this intermediate was strongly pH dependent. Addition of sodium perchlorate and sodium dodecyl sulphate (anionic surfactant) affected the reaction rate. A probable mechanism comprising both the intermediate formation and the overall redox reaction is discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00136542
