The Two Types of Fiber Fiber is classified by its affinity for water 1. Soluble fiber: dissolves in water and is fermented by intestinal bacteria Many are viscous, have thickening properties Move more slowly through GI tract Examples: Pectin in fruits and vegetables, beta-glucan in oats and barley, gums in legumes, psyllium 2.
Oleic acid is a fatty acid that occurs naturally in various animal and vegetable fats and oils. It is an odorless, colorless oil, although commercial samples may be yellowish. Oleic acid as its sodium salt is a major component of soap as an emulsifying agent.
Formic acid is an efficient and environmentally friendly organic acid for many applications. In leather processing, the acid is used in tanning and dye fixing and serves also as a neutralizing agent and pH adjuster in many steps of textile processing.ormic acid is an efficient and environmentally friendly organic acid for many applications. In leather processing, the acid is used in tanning and dye fixing and serves also as a neutralizing agent and pH adjuster in many steps of textile processing.