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Which of the following has more imbibiti...

Which of the following has more imbibition power

A

Cellulose

B

Hemicellulose

C

Fat

D

Protein

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The correct Answer is:
D

Proteins are the strongest imbibements of water, starchless strong, with cellulose being the weakest. That is why proteinaceous pea seeds swell more than starchy wheat seeds.
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