Question

give two examples of hydrocolloids and mention their sources

Answer 1

Hydrocolloid is fine powder obtained from algae which can be changed to semi solid form in presence of water.
Types: Algin from brown algae (Laminaria)
           Carrageen from Red algae (Chondrus)
           Agarose from Red algae (Gelidium)
          

Answer 2

Answer:

Examples include :

1. algin, a hydrocolloid made from brown algae that has a good water-holding capacity.
2. Another one is agar, a jelly-like substance made from red algae and used in dairy toppings and other fast food items.

Explanation:

• High molecular weight polysaccharides called hydrocolloids can be taken from plants and algae or made by microorganisms.
• It consists of molecules suspended in water that are bound to the water and to one another.
• Colloids (particles) combined with water are known as hydrocolloids (hydro).
• Many of the meals you probably eat every day have the proper viscosity, texture, or structure thanks to these particles.