Potential of Cellulose-Based Superabsorbent Hydrogels as Water Reservoir in Agriculture
Joint Authors
Madaghiele, M.
Demitri, C.
Maffezzoli, A.
Sannino, A.
Scalera, F.
Source
International Journal of Polymer Science
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-12-31
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The present work deals with the development of a biodegradable superabsorbent hydrogel, based on cellulose derivatives, for the optimization of water resources in agriculture, horticulture and, more in general, for instilling a wiser and savvier approach to water consumption.
The sorption capability of the proposed hydrogel was firstly assessed, with specific regard to two variables that might play a key role in the soil environment, that is, ionic strength and pH.
Moreover, a preliminary evaluation of the hydrogel potential as water reservoir in agriculture was performed by using the hydrogel in experimental greenhouses, for the cultivation of tomatoes.
The soil-water retention curve, in the presence of different hydrogel amounts, was also analysed.
The preliminary results showed that the material allowed an efficient storage and sustained release of water to the soil and the plant roots.
Although further investigations should be performed to completely characterize the interaction between the hydrogel and the soil, such findings suggest that the envisaged use of the hydrogel on a large scale might have a revolutionary impact on the optimization of water resources management in agriculture.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Demitri, C.& Scalera, F.& Madaghiele, M.& Sannino, A.& Maffezzoli, A.. 2013. Potential of Cellulose-Based Superabsorbent Hydrogels as Water Reservoir in Agriculture. International Journal of Polymer Science،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471986
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Demitri, C.…[et al.]. Potential of Cellulose-Based Superabsorbent Hydrogels as Water Reservoir in Agriculture. International Journal of Polymer Science No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471986
American Medical Association (AMA)
Demitri, C.& Scalera, F.& Madaghiele, M.& Sannino, A.& Maffezzoli, A.. Potential of Cellulose-Based Superabsorbent Hydrogels as Water Reservoir in Agriculture. International Journal of Polymer Science. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471986
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-471986