| Description |
1 online resource (xx, 912 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
| Series |
Reference series in phytochemistry, 2511-8358 |
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Reference series in phytochemistry. 2511-8358
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| Contents |
Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- About the Editor -- Contributors -- Part I: Introduction to Gums, Resins, and Latexes -- 1 Chemical Constituents and Applications of Gums, Resins, and Latexes of Plant Origin -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Gums: Chemical Compositions, Properties, and Applications -- 2.1 Chemical Compositions of Gums -- 2.2 Properties of Gums -- 2.3 Applications of Plant-Based Gums -- 2.3.1 Applications of Gums in the Food Industry -- 2.3.2 Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Applications of Gums -- 2.3.3 Applications of Gums in Overcoming Environmental Pollution |
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2.3.4 Synthesis of Gum-Based Nanofibers and Their Utilization -- 2.3.5 Biomedical Applications of Plant-Based Gums -- Drug Delivery -- Wound Healing -- Bone Tissue Engineering -- 3 Resins: Chemical Compositions and Uses -- 3.1 Oleoresins -- 3.2 Balsams -- 3.3 Varnish and Lacquer Resins -- 4 Latex: Chemical Compositions and Applications -- 4.1 Chemical Constituents of Plant Latex -- 4.1.1 Alkaloids -- 4.1.2 Terpenoids -- 4.1.3 Phenolics -- 4.1.4 Latex Proteins -- 5 Conclusions -- References -- 2 Pharmaceutical Applications of Various Natural Gums and Mucilages -- 1 Introduction |
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2 Applications of Naturally Available Gums in Pharmaceuticals -- 2.1 Applications of Naturally Available Gums in Liquid Dosage Forms -- 2.2 Applications of Naturally Available Gums in Solid Dosage Forms -- 2.3 Applications of Naturally Available Gums in Semisolid Dosage Forms -- 3 Applications of Naturally Available Mucilages in Pharmaceutical Formulations -- 3.1 Application of Naturally Available Mucilages in Various Liquid Dosage Forms -- 3.2 Application of Naturally Available Mucilages in Solid Formulations -- 3.3 Applications of the Naturally Available Mucilages in Semisolid Dosage Forms |
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4 Regularity Status of Naturally Available Gums for Pharmaceutical Applications -- 5 Future Perspectives of Naturally Available Gums and Mucilages -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- 3 Tree Gum-Based Renewable Materials and Nanoparticles -- 1 Introduction -- 2 ̀̀Green ́́and Sustainable Products Based on Tree Gums -- 2.1 Tree Gum-Derived Nanoparticles -- 2.2 Tree Gum-Based Nanofibers -- 2.3 Tree Gum-Based Carbon Nanostructures for Energy and Environmental Applications -- 2.4 Films Based on Tree Gums and Their Composites -- 2.5 Tree Gum Sponges -- 2.6 Greener Corrosion Inhibitors Based on Tree Gums |
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3 Conclusions -- References -- 4 Natural Gums for Fruits and Vegetables Preservation: A Review -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Classification of Natural Gums -- 2.1 Plant-Based Natural Gums -- 2.2 Animal-Based Natural Gums -- 2.3 Microbial-Based Gums -- 2.4 Marine-Based Natural Gums -- 3 Isolation and Purification of Natural Gums -- 4 Application of Natural Gums as Edible Coating -- 5 Effects of Natural Gums on Postharvest Shelf Life and Quality Attributes of Fruits and Vegetables -- 5.1 Physiological Loss in Weight (PLW) -- 5.2 Total Soluble Solids (TSS) -- 5.3 Titratable Acidity (TA) |
| Summary |
This reference book provides a comprehensive overview of natural gums, resins, and latexes of plants with a focus on their chemistry, biological activities, and practical uses. The content is divided into five main sections each of which contains chapters contributed from valuable experts in their field. Naturally occuring plant products have quite diverse applications in many different industries. The book aims to highlight the important aspects of plant-based gums, resins and latexes as well as provide a strategic framework for further research and development activities on these bioproducts. It will appeal to a broad audience such as biologists, pharmacologists, pharmacists, food technologists and medical practitioners. It is also a useful resource for research investigators of the healthcare industry, academia and students of biomedical sciences |
| Notes |
Includes index |
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Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed August 1, 2022) |
| Subject |
Gums and resins.
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Latex.
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latex (organic material)
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Gums and resins
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Latex
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Murthy, Hosakatte Niranjana, editor.
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| ISBN |
9783030913786 |
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3030913783 |
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