Concept explainers
a.
To identify:
Whether the oatmeal contains soluble or insoluble fiber.
Introduction:
The types of fibers which can easily mix with water and form a gel-like substance is known as soluble fiber. The insoluble fibers are the fibers which do not mix with water and play an important role in the digestive tract.
b.
To identify:
Whether brown rice contains soluble or insoluble fiber.
Introduction:
The types of fibers which can easily mix with water and form a gel-like substance is known as soluble fiber. The insoluble fibers are the fibers which do not mix with water and play an important role in the digestive tract.
c.
To determine:
Whether celery contains soluble or insoluble fiber.
Introduction:
The types of fibers which can easily mix with water and form a gel-like substance is known as soluble fiber. The insoluble fibers are the fibers which do not mix with water and play an important role in the digestive tract.
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