The versatile and extensively used component tapioca starch, often called [cassava](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cassava) starch, is made from the roots of the cassava plant (Manihot esculenta). ## **What is Tapioca Starch?** A carbohydrate called tapioca starch is taken from the cassava plant’s roots. Its fine, white powder form is its defining characteristic. It is extremely soluble in water and becomes viscous when boiled, which makes it the perfect thickening ingredient for baking and frying. ### **Applications in Different Industries** **Food Industry:** Tapioca starch is widely used a
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