By Team Aakash Byju's | 15th January 2023
A
B
C
D
Which of These Produces Carrageenan?
Green algae
Blue-green algae
Red algae
Brown algae
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The correct answer is
C) Red algae
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Carrageenan is a common name for polysaccharides produced from seaweeds such as red edible seaweeds.
Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a hydrocolloid (water-holding substance) produced in large amounts by red algae.
Red Algae
It is used as a stabilising, thickening and gelling agent.
However, if administered intravenously, it may result in immunological dysfunction.
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