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Chemical characterization of banana pseudostem fractions.

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: This work compares the lignocellulosic content of banana pseudostem variety Pacovan.The trunk was divided in four different fractions, from the outermost layer to the core of the structure.The lignocellulosic content (moisture, ashes, extractives, lignin, alpha-cellulose, and hemicellulose) were analysed.There is significant difference between the fractions, mainly extractives and alpha-cellulose contents.These data contributes to optimise the utilisation of this agricultural byproduct.

Source: Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)

Authors: A. L. S. Pereira, Judith Pessoa de Andrade Feitosa, Mén de Sá Moreira de Souza Filho, A. R. Cassales, J. P. S. Morais, Ana Iraidy S. Brígida, Morsyleide de Freitas Rosa

Language: English

Topic: Lignin and Wood Chemistry

Subfield: Process Chemistry and Technology

Field: Chemical Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Zero hunger

Open Access status: green

Funder: Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico

OpenAlex ID: W2804371928

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