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What is the main chemical in potato?

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Created: 2022-06-19 14:39:13

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By weight, the average russet potato is about 78.3 percent water. After water, starches and sugars compose the bulk of the potato's chemical content at about 18 percent. Non-digestible carbohydrates--or fiber--in the form of cellulose and pectin make up another 0.4 percent of the potato.


What chemicals are in a potato?

Potatoes Contain Glycoalkaloids Glycoalkaloids are a potentially toxic family of chemical compounds found in the nightshade family of plants. Potatoes contain them, including two specific types called solanine and chaconine. Green potatoes, in particular, are especially high in glycoalkaloids.

What is the chemical composition of sweet potato?

Bioactive carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, carotenoids, anthocyanins, conjugated phenolic acids, and minerals represent versatile nutrients in different parts (tubers, leaves, stems, and stalks) of sweet potato.

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