In particular, citric and sulfuric acids are the most effective chemical agents for improving the metal sorption properties of avocado kernel seeds.
This study reports the modification of surface chemistry of the avocado kernel seeds (i.e., Persea americana biomass) using both organic and mineral acids and their application in the heavy metal removal from aqueous solutions.
FTIR characterization of the modified avocado kernel seeds with tested acids was performed for determining the impact of chemical treatment on the surface modification and for identifying the functional groups involved in the metal uptake.
The average oil content in the seed (w/w) of the accessions varied between 19 and 40% of the whole seed (seed kernel and seed hull).
For the germination tests, microarray studies and western blotting experiments, kernels (seeds) of Zea mays L. Mv255 strain were used.
Hence, one of the strategies to improve the economics of this potentially profitable plant is to increase the value of the side streams of oil production (trimmed stems/branches, seed or kernel cake, seed shells, and fruit hulls).
Bed compression was simulated up to the oil point, which is the threshold pressure at which oil emerges from a seed kernel during mechanical seed-oil expression.
The 2010 "Dietary Guidelines for Americans" (90) defines whole grains as foods containing the entire grain seed (kernel, bran, germ, and endosperm).
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 defines whole grains as foods containing the entire grain seed (kernel), bran, germ, and endosperm (105).
Solid vegetable fats melting between 20 and 35 °C (68 and 95 °F) are found mainly in the kernels and seeds of tropical fruits.
Although the coconut milk flavour (kati) is its most famous, Nuttaporn also offers mango (mamuang), chocolate, coffee, and Thai iced tea (cha yen), alongside toppings such as roasted peanut, corn kernels, lotus seeds, red beans, shredded coconut, sweetened plum seeds, and coconut sticky rice.
