Effect of Laccase and Xylanase Enzyme Treatment on Chemical and Mechanical Properties of Banana Fiber

This work analyses the effect of Laccase and Xylanase enzyme treatment on chemical and mechanical properties of banana fiber. Properties such as chemical composition, density, tensile strength, and color were analyzed. The removal of lignin increased with increase in enzymes concentration. Lignin re...

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Main Authors: K. J. Vishnu Vardhini, R. Murugan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2017-03-01
Series:Journal of Natural Fibers
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2016.1193086