Pectin is a critical contributor to the mechanical properties of Chara cell walls
Zhe He, Junsoo Kim, Zheqi Chen, Ian D. Svetkey, Zhigang Suo, Fulton Ewing Rockwell, Noel Michele Holbrook
This study investigates the mechanical properties of Chara cell walls by removing calcium crosslinks or pectin, finding that pectin significantly affects strength, stiffness, and permeability.
bioRxiv · Sep 24, 2026 · PreprintBiophysics