Abstract:
Understand how the arrangement of cellulose microfibrils and secondary thickening in plant cell walls contributes to the physical properties of xylem vessels and sclerenchyma fibres in plant fibres that can be exploited by humans.
Hints & Tips:
- The stems need to be soaked for about a week before the experiment.
- You can use flax (new zealand flax) without soaking the stems first.
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