polymerization

Multi-molecular, Macromolecular and Association Colloids

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Colloidal solutions can also be classified on the basis of constitution of the particles of the dispersed phase. The tree types of colloids are given as below: A) Multi-molecular Colloids This is the type of colloid in which the colloidal particles consists of aggregates of atoms or small molecules, having diameters of less than 1nm. … Read more

Immunoglobulin M (IgM): Structure and Properties

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Properties This type of immunoglobulin accounts or constitutes 5-10% of total serum immunoglobulin in adults. The serum concentration is 5-2 mg per 100 ml. The half-life of IgM is about 5 days. It can be produced in a T-independent manner. Monomeric IgM has molecular weight of 180,000 Da which is expressed as membrane bound antibody … Read more