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Crystallinity index and degree of oxidation of cellulose before and after oxidation.
| Samples | Crystallinity Index (%) | Degree of Oxidation (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Pristine cellulose | 71.0 | 0.3 |
| Direct TEMPO-oxidized cellulose | 69.5 | 53.0 |
| NaOH/urea-treated cellulose | 63.2 | 0.3 |
| NaOH/urea-treated TEMPO-oxidized cellulose | 26.6 | 91.0 |
