Application of agar
The use of agar, first of all, agar is non-nutrient, which means that ordinary organisms, even microorganisms do not decompose it (although agar belongs to sugar). Therefore, it is commonly used as a biological culture medium, or some drug carriers. In addition, it is more widely used in the food industry. It is used as a thickener and coagulant. Agar melts at about 90 degrees and condenses into a solid at about 40 degrees. It is added in commonly eaten jelly and jelly, which can be said to be harmless. Suspending agents, emulsifiers, stabilizers and preservatives can also be used. It is widely used in the manufacture of orange and various beverages, jelly, ice cream, cakes, soft sweets, canned food, meat products, eight-treasure porridge, white fungus bird's nest, soups, and cold foods.