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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>'''Mucilage''' is a thick, gluey substance produced by nearly all plants and some microorganisms. It is a polar glycoprotein and an exopolysaccharide. Mucilage in plants plays a role in the storage of water and food, seed germination, and thickening membranes. <br />
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== Composition ==<br />
Mucilage is made up of polysaccharides, a type of carbohydrate that consists of sugar molecules bonded together. Polysaccharides in mucilage can include [[glucose]], [[galactose]], [[rhamnose]], and [[mannose]]. Some plants also produce mucilage that contains proteins or lipids.<br />
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== Function ==<br />
In plants, mucilage serves several functions. It aids in water storage and food storage, and it can help in seed germination by absorbing water and swelling. Mucilage can also thicken plant membranes, which can help protect the plant from damage.<br />
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In microorganisms, mucilage can help the organism attach to surfaces and form biofilms. It can also protect the organism from drying out or from being eaten by other organisms.<br />
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== Uses ==<br />
Mucilage has a wide range of uses in various industries. In the food industry, it is used as a thickener and stabilizer in products like ice cream and salad dressing. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used in cough syrups and lozenges to soothe and coat the throat. In the cosmetic industry, it is used in lotions and creams for its moisturizing properties.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[Polysaccharide]]<br />
* [[Glycoprotein]]<br />
* [[Exopolysaccharide]]<br />
* [[Biofilm]]<br />
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[[Category:Plant physiology]]<br />
[[Category:Microbiology]]<br />
[[Category:Food science]]<br />
[[Category:Pharmaceutical ingredients]]<br />
[[Category:Cosmetic chemicals]]<br />
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