Carrageenan is a polysaccharide obtained from the cell wall of Chondrus crispus (Irish moss). It is used in the stabilization of emulsions in paints and cosmetics and in the alcohol and sugar industry. Hydrocolloid carrageen is obtained from Rhodophyceae.
Hydrocolloid carrageen is obtained from:
NEET UG 2022 — Botany Plant Kingdom
Hydrocolloid carrageen is obtained from:
Held on 30 Apr 2022 · Verified 9 Jul 2026.
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- A
Phaeophyceae and Rhodophyceae
- B
Rhodophyceae only
- C
Phaeophyceae only
- D
Chlorophyceae and Phaeophyceae
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