In the sugar industry, 'Bagasse' refers to:
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Correct answer: The fibrous residue left after crushing sugarcane
Bagasse is the dry pulpy residue that remains after sugarcane stalks are crushed to extract their juice. It is primarily used as a biofuel to power sugar mills or as raw material for paper and pulp.
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