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A mathematical model for the description of chymosin action on casein micelles
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 01 June 2009
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A mathematical model for chymosin action on casein micelles is presented in a two-stage equation which results in a single curve demonstrating the lag time from enzyme addition to the end of coagulum firming. The model uses the Michaelis–Menten enzyme kinetics equation for the first reaction followed by an nth order reaction for the casein micelles agglomeration stage. The computer output using these equations shows that lag time is elongated as enzyme concentration is lowered. Regression analysis of time of gelation against l/E0 shows good correlation. Viscosity of the milk drops at the beginning of the κ-casein hydrolysis and increases thereafter, when the coagulum is being formed.
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