Descriptor: Amylase Activity (AMYLASE)



 
Definition:
Arbitrary estimate of the level of amylase activity based upon the amount of maltose produced under standard baking conditions.
Crop:
Category:
Chemical composition descriptors
Status:
Crop Germplasm Committee approved
Data Type:
Alpha/numeric descriptor
Maximum Length:
1
Responsible Site:
Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Unit (S9)  (S9)


Studies or environments

Distribution of Values for Amylase Activity (AMYLASE)

CodeDefinitionNumber of Accessions
1Very low ( <10 grams maltose/100 grams dry matter)9
2Low (11-20 grams maltose/100 grams dry matter)45
3Medium (21-35 grams maltose/100 grams dry matter)259
4High ( >35 grams maltose/100 grams dry matter)68