Abstract
This research was aimed to isolate and to characterize the chemical properties of F'ei banana (Musa troglodytarum L.) starch at different maturity stages. Chemical properties observed including moisture, ash, protein, fat, carbohydrate, fibre, and total sugar contents. F'ei banana with different maturity stages, i.e. first, second, and third maturity stages were applied in this research and were collected from the farmers in Naku Village, South Leitimur District. A completely randomized experimental design with three replications was applied. Results showed that the stage of maturity of the banana affected all observed variables. Moisture, fibre, and total sugar contents increased with increasing degree of maturity, whereas other variables were found to be decreased.
Export citation and abstract BibTeX RIS
Content from this work may be used under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 licence. Any further distribution of this work must maintain attribution to the author(s) and the title of the work, journal citation and DOI.