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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of marine polysaccharides, including chitin, chitosan, agarose, alginate, carrageenan, chondroitin sulfate, fucoidan, porphyran, and ulvan. Their structural characteristics, biological sources, and preparation methods are discussed in detail. The chapter also emphasizes critical physicochemical characteristics such as solubility, crystallinity, gelling behavior, and biodegradability, which determine their performance in diverse fields. By integrating molecular structures with functional properties and technological uses, this chapter underscores the significance of marine polysaccharides as sustainable and versatile biomaterials with strong potential for various applications.

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Structures, Sources, Physicochemical Properties, and Applications of Marine Polysaccharides

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    2025年

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  • Si-Miao Di,
  • Xiangzhao Mao,
  • Wen-Can Huang

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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of marine polysaccharides, including chitin, chitosan, agarose, alginate, carrageenan, chondroitin sulfate, fucoidan, porphyran, and ulvan. Their structural characteristics, biological sources, and preparation methods are discussed in detail. The chapter also emphasizes critical physicochemical characteristics such as solubility, crystallinity, gelling behavior, and biodegradability, which determine their performance in diverse fields. By integrating molecular structures with functional properties and technological uses, this chapter underscores the significance of marine polysaccharides as sustainable and versatile biomaterials with strong potential for various applications.