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Table 5 Different preparation methods of Ulva oligosaccharide

From: Ulvan and Ulva oligosaccharides: a systematic review of structure, preparation, biological activities and applications

Method

Advantages

Disadvantages

Chemical degradation

A. Simple operation

B. Inexpensive

A. Harsh reaction conditions

Physical degradation

B. Long processing time

Enzymatic degradation

A. Mild reaction conditions

B. Excellent product specificity

A. Enzyme are expensive