Starch in the Bioeconomy (Hardcover)

Starch is the most widespread and abundant reserve carbohydrate in plants and is unique in that it can be used for the production of food, materials in bio-based products, and energy. Starch in the Bioeconomy covers the structure, biosynthesis, biodegradation, properties, and applications of starch in the context of the bioeconomy. The book Describes the present state of cognition of the starch granule Discusses physicochemical aspects and digestibility Considers physical, chemical, and biochemical processes to yield a variety of starch substrates Examines starch-based products including bioethanol, plastics, and composites and their use in various sectors including food, materials and energy Covers the valorization of starch as a pillar of the bioeconomy The book is aimed at researchers and industry professionals focused on the development of starch science, technology, and economics. Built on a reliable and well-documented base of information, the book presents the paths that remain to be taken to decipher this still mysterious resource that has contributed so much to the rise of humanity.

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2020
First published:	2021
Authors:	Jean-Luc Wertz • Benedicte Goffin
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	178
ISBN-13:	978-0-367-63040-9
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Economics > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Chemistry > General Books > Professional & Technical > Energy technology & engineering > Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology Books > Professional & Technical > Environmental engineering & technology > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Biochemistry > General Books > Professional & Technical > Biochemical engineering > Biotechnology > General Books > Professional & Technical > Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies > Industrial chemistry > Chemical engineering Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Materials science > General Books > Professional & Technical > Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies > Industrial chemistry > Food & beverage technology > General
LSN:	0-367-63040-0
Barcode:	9780367630409

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