DETERMINATION OF THE PRESENCE AND CONCENTRATION OF SOME PHYTOCHEMICALS IN AVOCADO PEAR (PERSEA AMERICANA MILL) SEED
ABSTRACT: This study investigates the presence and concentration of key phytochemicals in Persea americana (avocado pear) seeds, focusing on tannins, saponins, alkaloids, flavonoids, sterols, and cardiac glycosides. The seeds were prepared by cutting, drying, and grinding them using a Thomas Willey milling machine. Qualitative analysis, using established tests such as Wagner’s for alkaloids, ferric chloride … Read more