Summary
Cation exchange capacity (CEC) of roots of fifteen genetically different tea clones was measured and the values were expressed on surface area and weight basis. The precision of the two methods is almost identical. The weight basis is, however, preferred as it is more convenient and less time consuming.
In another experiment. CEC was determined separately on whole root system and on fractionated root segments (i.e. white and brown root portions). Highly significant and positive relationship between CEC values obtained with whole roots and those calculated from the fractionated root segments indicates that CEC can be more successfully measured on whole roots without sacrificing accuracy. Practical implications of both the procedures in root CEC-nutrient uptake relationship study was discussed.
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Chamuah, G.S. Comparison of methods of expression and measurement of cation exchange capacity of plant roots. Plant Soil 84, 423–425 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02275479
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