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Multiscale Structures of Starch Granules

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Starch Structure, Functionality and Application in Foods

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Native starch is found widely in the form of granules in many tissues of most plant species. Starch granules occur as semi-crystalline complex structure synthesized through coordinated interactions of multiple biosynthetic enzymes, which are influenced by growth environment. The structure of starch granules needs to be explored because of its close relation to functionality and hence applications. This chapter will highlight key features of starch granules, including growth rings, lamellae, blocklets, and helical structures, which have led to knowledge and understanding of properties important for applications of starch products.

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Wang, S., Xu, H., Luan, H. (2020). Multiscale Structures of Starch Granules. In: Wang, S. (eds) Starch Structure, Functionality and Application in Foods. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-0622-2_4

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