Table 3.
Comparison of Cellulose Contents Estimated by Methylation Analyses and by Acetic Acid/Nitric Acid Digestion
| Method | NtCesA-1a | NtCesA-1b | NtCesA-2 | Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylation (mol%)a | 24.2 ± 3.1 | 24.1 ± 3.0 | 32.2 ± 0.9 | 32.3 ± 1.1 |
| Acetic/nitric acid digestion (w/w)b | 32.4 ± 1.1 | 29.5 ± 0.9 | 38.1 ± 1.2 | 38.3 ± 1.7 |
From Figure 5.
Averages of values for walls from five PVX–NtCesA-1a, four PVX–NtCesA-1b, five PVX–NtCesA-2, and five PVX control plants. Standard errors are indicated.