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    1953 Alexander Seven Years' Experience with Sugarcane - Pineapple Rotations.pdf
    (ISSCT, 1953)
    This paper references various studies on the respiration of different agricultural products, including sugar beets, sugarcane, apples, sweet potato roots, and general plant tissues. It discusses the respiration rates, internal gas content, and the impact of oxygen and carbon dioxide on plant tissues under various conditions.
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    1963 Alexander Flame Photometric Determinations Of
    (SASTA, 1963)
    This paper discusses flamephotometric determinations of potassium, calcium, magnesium, and sodium in sugarcane tissues. It explores challenges like phosphate suppression and potassium impact on calcium readings, providing practical methods to overcome interferences for accurate determinations.
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    1965 Alexander In Vitro Effects of Diuron upon Enzymes Catal.pdf
    (ISSCT, 1965)
    This study investigates the effects of Diuron on key enzymes involved in sugar production in sugarcane. Enzymes like hexokinase, invertase, and phosphorylases were analyzed in vitro to assess the impact of Diuron. The research aims to understand how Diuron influences these enzymes, providing insights into potential alterations in sugar production processes.
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    1965 Alexander The Biosynthesis of Starch in Sugar Cane.pdf
    (ISSCT, 1965)
    This paper delves into the biosynthesis of starch in sugarcane, an aspect often overlooked despite its impact on filtration and crystallization rates of cane juices. The study explores the mechanisms of starch formation in sugarcane, highlighting the competition between starch and sucrose synthesis pathways. It discusses the role of glucose-I-phosphate and uridine diphosphate glucose in starch biosynthesis, shedding light on the complex process in plant tissues.
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    1965 Alexander Uses For Excess And
    (SASTA, 1965)
    This paper discusses the implications of excess and non-quota sugar production in South Africa. It explores the potential challenges of having more land under sugarcane cultivation than needed for internal consumption and exports. The author considers alternative uses for excess sugar cane to avoid wastage, emphasizing the importance of sustainable land management in the face of potential shortages and climatic uncertainties.
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    1968 Alexander Weather Report For The
    (SASTA, 1968)
    The weather report for the period June 1967 to May 1968 along the South African sugar-belt is documented. The report primarily focuses on rainfall data from various stations in the cane-growing areas. It also covers climatic information such as evaporation rates and temperatures. The report highlights the impact of weather conditions on the harvested crop during the respective years.