DYNAMIC-MODEL OF LIGNIN GROWING IN RESTRICTED SPACES

A discrete, dynamic model of lignification most suited to studying lig nin growing in highly restricted spaces is presented. This model satis factorily reproduces many known properties of lignin. It is argued tha t the model therefore produces spatially realistic structures for lign in. The effects of hemicellulose binding on lignification are studied. It is shown that the geometry of the hemicellulose matrix is an impor tant factor in determining the magnitude of these effects.