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What Is Pectin In Terms of Biology?
- Pectin is a water-soluble carbohydrate present in the cell wall of plants. It is composed of range of galacturonic acid-rich polysaccharides.
Given above is the chemical formula of Pectin
- Pectin present in the fruits keeps the walls of adjacent cells joined together. It also helps in the ripening of fruits.
- Pectin has thickening and emulsifying properties hence it is used in fruit jellies, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It also has ability to solidify gel.
Updated on: 10-Oct-2022
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