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SPI<br />

SMF0.5<br />

SNF0.25<br />

Figure 6.5: SEM micrographs <strong>of</strong> SPI/Cellulose blend films.<br />

6.4.3 ME<strong>CH</strong>ANICAL PROPERTIES<br />

Mechanical properties <strong>of</strong> cellulose/SPI blend films across RH levels <strong>of</strong> 43, 58, and 84%<br />

are summarized in Table 6.1. The independent properties <strong>of</strong> tensile strength, elongation, and<br />

elastic modulus are graphically displayed in Figure 6.6, Figure 6.7, and Figure 6.8<br />

74<br />

SMF0.25<br />

SMF1.0 SMF2.5

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