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Exploring the potential of mosambi peel and sago powder in developing edible spoons
Summary
Researchers explored using mosambi (sweet lime) peel combined with sago powder as the primary material for manufacturing edible spoons, offering a biodegradable and compostable alternative to single-use plastic cutlery.
Systematic representation of converting mosambi peel added with sago into edible spoon.
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