Composition of Maize (Indian Corn), Including the Grain, Meal, Stalks, Pith, Fodder, and Cobs: Compiled Chiefly From the Records of the Division of Chemistry (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Discover the science behind corn, from grain to by‑products, and how each part adds value to farming and industry.
This book surveys Indian corn’s composition and its principal products, highlighting how the grain, fodder, stalks, cobs, and processed forms like starch and glucose fit into agriculture and manufacturing. It explains why maize is a dominant crop in the United States and how different components contribute to feeding, industrial uses, and nutrition.
Readers will find practical insights into the proportions of moisture, proteins, fats, fiber, ash, and carbohydrates in the kernel, as well as how the stalks and cobs are analyzed for digestibility and potential uses. The volume also covers the manufacture of starch and related products, and notes how maize by‑products support food, feed, and industrial needs.
- Understand the typical composition of maize kernels, including moisture, proteins, oil, fiber, ash, and carbohydrates
- Learn how stalks and cobs are analyzed for yield, digestibility, and new uses
- Explore processes for starch, glucose, and related products derived from maize
- See how maize factors into feeding different livestock and the broader economy
Ideal for students, researchers, and professionals in agriculture and food science seeking a concise reference on maize and its products.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a meticulous analysis of the composition and nutritional value of maize and its derivatives, examining the significance of this vital crop. The author delves into the history of maize cultivation, comparing its properties to other grains and discussing its impact on human nutrition and global food systems. Thematic depth is achieved as the book explores the role of maize in supporting livestock industries and its uses in producing starch, glucose, and alcoholic beverages. The insights offered in this book will prove valuable to farmers, nutritionists, and food scientists seeking to understand the complexities of maize and its role in sustaining human civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332115488_0
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