ABSTRACT

Activated carbon has proven itself as a superior adsorbent for hundreds of food, beverage, agricultural, and pharmaceutical processing applications. This book provides a comprehensive, scientific survey of activated carbon applications based on existing literature. A valuable resource for all technical personnel involved in the processes discussed.

chapter Chapter 1|13 pages

Introduction to Activated Carbon

chapter Chapter 2|4 pages

Acidulants

chapter Chapter 3|24 pages

Agriculture

chapter Chapter 4|3 pages

Aquaculture

chapter Chapter 5|12 pages

Amino Acids, Peptides, Proteins

chapter Chapter 6|5 pages

Antinutrients

chapter Chapter 7|16 pages

Beverages and Flavors

chapter Chapter 8|24 pages

Carbohydrates and Polyols

chapter Chapter 9|10 pages

Enzymes and Microbial Immobilization

chapter Chapter 10|22 pages

Lipids

chapter Chapter 11|12 pages

Medicinal

chapter Chapter 12|7 pages

Preservation

chapter Chapter 13|5 pages

Processing Streams

chapter Chapter 14|5 pages

Analytical Methods

chapter Chapter 15|5 pages

Miscellaneous and Unusual Applications

chapter Chapter 16|1 pages

Prospects for the Future