Gelation Flashcards
1
Q
How does gelation relate to gelatinization?
A
Gelation occurs when gelatiziated something is cooled
2
Q
What happens when it cools?
A
Amylose sets and forms a gel, process is called gelation
3
Q
Is gelation reversible?
A
Yes
4
Q
How does gelation work on a microscopic scale?
A
Linear amylose chains reassociate in sol which become a gel in cooling
Water becomes trapped within 3D amylose network
Temperature generally below 40 C
Dependent on amount of amylose
5
Q
How does amylose gelation differ from amylopectin?
A
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