Effect of pH on the Clarification of Bertoni Extract Using Alginate Beads

Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni is plant used for producing a natural sweetener. After extraction from leaves, stevia extract is dark in colour and must be clarified for better acceptance by consumers. Adsorption processes are widely employed in the clarification because they do not use organic solvents....

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Main Authors: Cynthia R.A. Mahl, Silvia P.D. de Oliveira, Bruna B. da Silva, Gabriela da Igreja, Márcia R. Simões, Classius F. da Silva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi - SAGE Publishing 2010-02-01
Series:Adsorption Science & Technology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1260/0263-6174.28.2.189