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Colorimetric determination of the total oil content of a plant tissue sample using alkaline saponification

US9395377B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 28, 2012
Grant dateJul 19, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 22, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N33/92
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This disclosure concerns plants, plant materials, and the oil characteristics thereof. In embodiments, compositions and methods for determining the total oil content of plant materials are provided. Such methods and compositions may in some embodiments allow for the characterization and screening of oil traits and sub-traits that are difficult or impossible to distinguish by conventional techniques.

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