The green pigment, chlorophyll, visible in leaves and in the bark of aspen, absorbs the energy from sunlight. This triggers the chemical reaction that produces sugars and starches used by the plant to grow.
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Starches
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The product line also features products with other starches, such as rice or potatoes.
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