Potatoes

Potatoes can be used for creating battery power as they contain phosphoric acid, or for making biodegradable plastics as they can be processed into a material called starch-based bioplastic. Additionally, potatoes can be used as a natural dye for fabrics due to their pigments.

Endothermic because you have to put heat into the potato to bake it.

No it hasn't, that's just the starch coming out. Watch any potatoe variety when you peel it; they will do the same, it's just not as obvious against the light yellow of a 'normal' potatoe then it is against the bright orange of a sweet one.

the first potato planted in the US was in New Hampshire.

When you cut a potato and expose it to air, the enzyme catalase in the potato reacts with oxygen to produce compounds like catechol and quinone. These compounds cause the potato to turn brown, indicating a chemical change has occurred.

You can use whole milk (Vitamin D) in place of evaporated milk, but it will require simmering longer and more milk than called for. There is no exact measure for it, sorry. you can also use half and half to substitute, but it can be a little more bland or not as rich, so you might want to add some heavy cream, butter, or sour cream.

Pure water has a boiling point of 100 degrees C. With limited exception, this is the maximum temperature for aqueous water, above which it becomes a gas. When you add salt, it raises the boiling temperature, therefore raising the maximum temperature.

By adding salt, you're effectively raising the temperature of the water.

Potatoes contain water and minerals that make them conductive. When a potato is pierced with electrodes, the minerals and water create a path for electricity to flow through, allowing it to conduct electricity.

Most of the starch stored in the cells of a potato originally entered as glucose. Glucose molecules are synthesized from photosynthesis in the leaves and transported to the potato tuber for storage in the form of starch.

I know that molds can eat potatoes because once i did a science project with molds and potatoes. I don't know if molds can eat starch that's something I'm going to have to do in future times! :) XD

No, potato flour and potato starch are not the same. Potato flour is made from the whole potato, whereas potato starch is extracted from the potato. Potato starch is a white, tasteless powder used as a thickener, while potato flour has a stronger potato flavor and is used in baking for its flavor and texture.

There are numerous possibilities due to the high caloric content of potatoes. Many different organisms find them to be a very palatable and nutritious food. Insects, nematodes, fungi, and bacteria can all cause damage to potatoes.

No, potatoes do not require pollination. They are grown from seed potatoes, which are pieces of a mature potato that contain the necessary genetic material for new plants to grow. Potatoes reproduce asexually through this method rather than relying on pollination for seed production.

1-4 hrs but no more. Make sure potatoes are covered with water.

It generally takes around 2-5 hours for a potato to be fully digested in the stomach and small intestine. However, this can vary depending on factors like individual metabolism, the way the potato is prepared, and what other foods are consumed alongside it.

A potato can become poisonous if It has been left out in sunlight for to long and shows greening or discoloring under its skin. This is because potatoes are meant to be stored in a cold and dark place (as they grow underground). The sunlight causes a chemical reaction that can become poisonous in potatoes.

First off...What is an Enzyme?

Most enzymes are proteins. Enzymes act as catalysts to regulate metabolism (increases rate of reaction). To stress how essential enzymes are, it is important to know that without them, the biochemical reactions that take place in our bodies would be too slow to sustain life. So it is true that reactions can occur without enzymes, but life would not be possible with out them.

Now that we know what an enzyme is, and what it is made out of, we can see what affects certain environments have on these proteins. If one wants to have proper functioning enzymes, it is crucial to make sure that the environment in the organism, is not altered. Alteration includes:

1.) The increase or decrease of pH

2.)Drastic Change in temperature

3.)And change in Salt Concentration

What if one of these changes are applied in the environment of an enzyme? The enzyme is denatured; meaning the protein will lose its original shape. Now that the enzyme has lost its shape, it will not be able to function its usual, proper way.

If you were to compare the reaction rate of a potato in a sustainable environment (potato #1) and a potato that has been heated in high temperatures(potato #2), you can be sure to find that potato #1 will have quicker reactions.

Although enzyme can denature with the extreme change of environment, they can sometimes return to the original shape, once the denaturing agent is removed.

the water absorbed by the potato slice through osmosis causes its cells to swell and become turgid, increasing the rigidity of the slice. This process, known as turgor pressure, gives plants and plant-based foods their structure when they absorb water.

A potato clock is a simple science experiment where a potato acts as the electrolyte in a battery, generating enough electricity to power a digital clock. The potato's high levels of electrolytes create a chemical reaction between the two electrodes (usually zinc and copper) that generates a small electrical current. It's a fun and educational way to learn about basic electronics and chemistry concepts.

Potatoes contain more lipids than onions. On average, potatoes contain around 0.1-0.2% lipids, while onions have a much lower lipid content, typically less than 0.1%.

To make a potato battery, you will need a potato, two different metal electrodes (such as zinc and copper), wire with alligator clips, and a small LED light. The potato serves as the electrolyte in the battery, while the metal electrodes act as the anode and cathode. Connect the electrodes with wires and clip an LED to show the flow of electricity.

A lemon typically generates more electricity compared to a potato due to its higher acidity. The citric acid in a lemon facilitates the flow of electrons, resulting in a higher voltage output when used in a battery setup. Potatoes have lower acidity levels and therefore generate less electricity in comparison.

Exposure to sunlight causes the outer parts of the potato to turn green, when this happens it indicates an increase in the presence of solanine, a toxic chemical. The green areas should be peeled or cut away and not eaten, the rest of the potato will be OK to eat.

The purple grape-like bodies inside cells of a potato tuber are known as amyloplasts. Amyloplasts are specialized organelles responsible for storing starch in the form of granules. These starch granules act as an energy reserve for the plant.

Potato plants are ready to be harvested when the foliage turns yellow and begins to die back. Gently dig around the base of the plant to check for mature potatoes by feeling for firm tubers. Harvest when the potatoes have reached the desired size.