Morphological Characterization of Brazil Nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) Fruit Pericarp

Petrechen, Gustavo P.; Arduin, Marcos; Ambr髎io, JosD.

doi:10.32604/jrm.2019.04588

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“…Açaí [150] × × × × 93,521 74,816 Andiroba × × × × - [b] - [b] Banana [161,162] × × 6,962,134 2,436,747 Baru [171] × × × 20,000 19,000 Brazil-nut [178,251] × × × 69,900 61,512 Brazil-pine [141] × × 8,700 2,262 Buriti × × × - [b] - [b] Cassava [132,252] × × 20,600,000 18,540,000 Cashew nut [184] × × × 65,300 6,210 Castor bean [188,253] × × × × 93,025 51,163 Coconut [196,254] × × × 2,000,000,000 [c] 907,530 Coffee [204] × × × × × 3,000,000 1,350,000 Grape [216] × × × 1,600,000 640,000 Jaboticaba [255] × × × × 2,577 [d] 1,288.5 [d] Macaw [221,256,257] × × × 100,000 50,000 Orange [225,258] × × × 18,000,000 9,000,000 Papaya [233,234] × × × × 1,000,000 300,000 Passion Fruit [234,239] × × × × 602,000 343,140…”

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Opportunities for the Use of Brazilian Biomass to Produce Renewable Chemicals and Materials

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This Review highlights the principal crops of Brazil and how their harvest waste can be used in the chemicals and materials industries. The Review covers various plants; with grains, fruits, trees and nuts all being discussed. Native and adopted plants are included and studies on using these plants as a source of chemicals and materials for industrial applications, polymer synthesis, medicinal use and in chemical research are discussed. The main aim of the Review is to highlight the principal Brazilian agricultural resources; such as sugarcane, oranges and soybean, as well as secondary resources, such as andiroba brazil nut, buriti and others, which should be explored further for scientific and technological applications. Furthermore, vegetable oils, carbohydrates (starch, cellulose, hemicellulose, lignocellulose and pectin), flavones and essential oils are described as well as their potential applications.

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“…A higher fiber content is common in protective seed covers, referring to the shells and the integument (mentioned as "skin"). The high fiber content of the skins has the advantage of stimulating food oxidation processes if it is used as a food ingredient [77], but in general, shells and skins can be classified as a natural lignocellulosic filler (NLF), for use in polymer matrix biocomposites [78,79].…”

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Exploring the Untapped Potential of Pine Nut Skin By-Products: A Holistic Characterization and Recycling Approach

Nolasco,

Squillante,

Velotto

et al. 2024

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The increasing population, food demand, waste management concerns, and the search for sustainable alternatives to plastic polymers have led researchers to explore the potential of waste materials. This study focused on a waste of pine nut processing referred to in this paper as pine nut skin. For the first time, its nutritional profile, potential bioactive peptide, contaminants, and morphological structure were assessed. Pine nut skin was composed mainly of carbohydrates (56.2%) and fiber (27.5%). The fat (9.8%) was about 45%, 35%, and 20% saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acid, respectively, and Omega-9,-6, and -3 were detected. Notably, oleic acid, known for its health benefits, was found in significant quantities, resembling its presence in pine nut oil. The presence of bioactive compounds such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and phytosterols further adds to its nutritional value. Some essential elements were reported, whereas most of the contaminants such as heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, rare earth elements, and pesticides were below the limit of quantification. Furthermore, the in silico analysis showed the occurrence of potential precursor peptides of bioactive compounds, indicating health-promoting attributes. Lastly, the morphological structural characterization of the pine nut skin was followed by Fourier Transform Infrared and solid-state NMR spectroscopy to identify the major components, such as lignin, cellulose, and hemicellulose. The thermostability of the pine nut skin was monitored via thermogravimetric analysis, and the surface of the integument was analyzed via scanning electron microscopy and volumetric nitrogen adsorption. This information provides a more comprehensive view of the potential uses of pine nut skin as a filler material for biocomposite materials. A full characterization of the by-products of the food chain is essential for their more appropriate reuse.

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“…Una castaña tiene un peso promedio total de 480 g, de los cuales, el 76 % corresponden al coco, 12 % a la cáscara y 12 % a la semilla. Es decir, que el 88 % p/p de la castaña corresponde a la cáscara y al coco como residuos [12] (ver Figura 5). Estos residuos se utilizan comúnmente para la elaboración de muebles o como combustibles sólidos para la generación de calor [13,14].…”

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“…Procesos termoquímicos para la conversión de residuos de castaña en productos de valor agregado. A: Coco de castaña y B: Cáscara de castaña [12]. Elaboración propia en base a referencias [2,19,36,37].…”

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Perspectivas en La Utilización De Residuos De La Industria De La Castaña: Procesos Termoquímicos, Revisión Bibliográfica

Marín M,

Surculento Villalobos,

Lopez N.

2023

Rev. Bol. Quim.

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Se revisaron en bibliografía tecnologías comerciales para la valorización de biomasa boliviana como la castaña. Tres tecnologías resultaron promisorias: gasificación, pirólisis y licuefacción hidrotermal. Los productos finales en las tres tecnologías son: sólidos (biochar), líquidos (bioaceite) y gas (gas de síntesis), en diferentes proporciones. La gasificación genera 85% de gas, 10% de sólido y 5% líquido. La pirólisis genera entre 30-75% de líquidos, 12-35% de sólidos y 13-35% de gases. La licuefacción hidrotermal genera entre 20-50% de biocrudo, 40-60% de fase acuosa, 10-20% de fase sólida y menos de un 5% de gas. En el caso de la gasificación, el enfoque principal es la producción de energía. Los procesos pirolíticos se enfocan en producir bioaceites. En los procesos de licuefacción hidrotermal, el producto más importante es el biocrudo. En base al tipo de producto deseado se deben considerar las características fisicoquímicas de la biomasa, las etapas de pretratamiento, los tipos de reactores a utilizar, las condiciones de operación y los procesos complementarios. Todos estos tópicos son de gran importancia al momento de implementar una tecnología para la conversión de residuos de la industria castañera.

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Morphological Characterization of Brazil Nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) Fruit Pericarp

Cited by 4 publications

References 12 publications

Opportunities for the Use of Brazilian Biomass to Produce Renewable Chemicals and Materials

Opportunities for the Use of Brazilian Biomass to Produce Renewable Chemicals and Materials

Exploring the Untapped Potential of Pine Nut Skin By-Products: A Holistic Characterization and Recycling Approach

Perspectivas en La Utilización De Residuos De La Industria De La Castaña: Procesos Termoquímicos, Revisión Bibliográfica

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