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Journal of Agriculture and Biological Sciences Vol.2(6)pp. 199 -202,September 2011
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Proximate and Amino Composition of Citrullus Vulgaris Seeds Sold in Kano State, Nigeria.
J T. Ayodele and J. A. Ojogba,
Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Bayero University, PMB. 3011. Kano, Nigeria.
Corresponding Author’s E-mail: tjayodele@yahoo.com
Accepted 4th 2011
| Abstract |
Three varieties of watermelon (Citrullus vulgaris) seeds sold in Kano Nigeria were analyzed for proximate and amino acid composition. The samples were high in crude fats (ether extract), fibres and protein. Results of amino acid analysis showed high content of essential amino acids arginine, isoleucine, leucine, methionine, phenylanaline, histidine, threonine and valine. When compared with FAO|WHO recommended levels, the three varieties have high essential amino acids.
Keywords: Citrullus vulgaris, proximate and amino acid composition.