Previous reports, based on studies involving approximately 10 genera of the higher red algae, have concluded that floridean starch is composed of amylopectin only. Our investigations on seven members of the Porphyridiales and a member of the Bangiales (Erythrocladia) have demonstrated conclusively the presence of amylose in red algal starch.
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