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Starchy Crops Morphology, Extraction, Properties and Applications

Starchy Crops Morphology, Extraction, Properties and Applications

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The first volume of the Underground Starchy Crops of South American Origin book series, "Starchy Crops Morphology, Extraction, Properties, and Applications," covers the characteristics and properties of starches for raw materials grown in tropical climates, including extraction and analysis methodologies, fraud detection, nutritional aspects, and starch structure. It is aimed at researchers, developers, quality control, and legislation in the field of starch.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 440 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology


Starchy Crops Morphology, Extraction, Properties, and Applications is the inaugural volume in the esteemed Underground Starchy Crops of South American Origin book series. Comprising a total of five volumes, this series offers invaluable insights into the practical aspects of producing and utilizing starch from a diverse array of plants cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions with South American origins. This book specifically focuses on presenting the characteristics and properties of starches derived from raw materials grown in tropical climates. By comparing starches from three distinct storage organs—roots, tubers, and rhizomes—with varying morphological structures and physiological characteristics, it enables a comprehensive understanding of these important carbohydrate sources. Furthermore, the book encompasses methodologies for extraction and analysis, providing detailed descriptions of the commercial starch production process, including the utilization of commercial equipment and the generation of by-products and wastes. Additionally, it delves into topics such as fraud detection, nutritional aspects, and the intricate structure of starch. Edited by a team of esteemed experts with extensive backgrounds in starch extraction research, the books in this series are meticulously crafted to cater to a wide range of professionals involved in research and development, quality control, and legislation within the field of starch.


Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323900584

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