Physics Characteristics of Canarium Oil with Variations in Drying Methods

Abstract

The goal of this study was to investigate the physic properties of canarium oil using various drying methods. This study used a randomized block design with three drying methods: sun drying (3 days), roasting dying (80°C for 1 hour), and oven dying (70°C for 1 hour) with two replications. The refractive index, specific gravity, yield of canarium oil were all measured. The results showed that canarium oil has a refractive index of 1.414-1.415, a specific gravity of 0.941-0.943 g/cm3,, a yield of 9.23-11.30%.