Starch

 

What is Starch?

Starch is a form of carbohydrate. It has molecules with many carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms. Starch is a white solid that does not mix with cold water. It is how most plants, like rice, potatoes and wheat, store their energy.

 

Why do we need starch?

Starch is useful for many things. Your body changes starch into glucose, which gives energy to every cell. Food companies add starch to make processed foods thicker, and to make sweeteners. Scientists are studying how these sweeteners affect health.

 

Summary:

 

• Starch is a kind of carbohydrate. It has molecules with carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
• You can use iodine solution to check for starch.
• Starch is broken down into glucose by digestion.