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| − | The root of a shrub from whicht the starch is extracted. Used in the manufacture of | + | The root of a shrub from whicht the starch is extracted. Used in the manufacture of tapioca, laundry starch and adhesive. Shipped in sacks and bags. Manioc [[roots]] should be white, hard and well shelled, and stored in a dry fresh place whenever possible. With time the hardness will tend to disappear, due to its many sortings. Storage in damp places or placing in sacks before properly dry may cause the formation of a greenish mould. If slight this is merely a film which disappears on brushing. <br><br>In serious cases the mould may be of dark green or black appearance, being rotten, which will be indicated by dark patches on the sacks in the areas contaminated. In fresh produce, live weevil can only be discovered by cutting open the pieces.<br> |
A soft cake will indicate that the produce is old, and powdered, a quantity of white dust being noted when handled. A dust other than white might indicate that the manioc is adulterated. | A soft cake will indicate that the produce is old, and powdered, a quantity of white dust being noted when handled. A dust other than white might indicate that the manioc is adulterated. | ||
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Revision as of 14:54, 17 April 2012
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Manioc Root
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Description
The root of a shrub from whicht the starch is extracted. Used in the manufacture of tapioca, laundry starch and adhesive. Shipped in sacks and bags. Manioc roots should be white, hard and well shelled, and stored in a dry fresh place whenever possible. With time the hardness will tend to disappear, due to its many sortings. Storage in damp places or placing in sacks before properly dry may cause the formation of a greenish mould. If slight this is merely a film which disappears on brushing.
In serious cases the mould may be of dark green or black appearance, being rotten, which will be indicated by dark patches on the sacks in the areas contaminated. In fresh produce, live weevil can only be discovered by cutting open the pieces.
A soft cake will indicate that the produce is old, and powdered, a quantity of white dust being noted when handled. A dust other than white might indicate that the manioc is adulterated.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.