Review
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Jul 2026
Seed Mucilage Polysaccharides: A Comprehensive Review of Molecular Architecture, Green Extraction Technologies, Bioactivities, and Industrial Applications
Seed mucilage is a natural hydrophilic polysaccharide gel secreted by seed coat epidermal cells comprising xylan, pectin, glucomannan, and cellulose alongside minor proteins, minerals, and lipids, with its composition varying substantially across plant species. This review critically compares conventional and green ext...
A. Aziz, Hadia Sehar, M. Adil et al.
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