Optimization of Microwave Assisted Extraction of Annona Squamosa Seeds

Abstract

This paper focuses on the optimization of various parameters for microwave assisted extraction of Annona squamosa seeds. Two parameters namely, sample to solvent ratio and the total extraction time were optimized. Extraction efficiency was found to be affected significantly by both these parameters. A decrease in the extraction efficiency was noted if the total extraction time was extended beyond a certain limit. Non-polar solvents proved better than the polar ones with respect to extraction efficiency.For abstract kindly view/open the pdf file.