Chemistry · Chemistry of Life
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The percentage of cellulose in woody parts of trees is
- A
50%
- B
10%
- C
30%
- D
100%
Nearly 45% of woody trees contain cellulose.
While 25% of woody plants are lignin.
In plants, cellulose plays an important role in keeping plant cell walls stable.
Cellulose is the most abundant organic polymer on Earth. The cellulose content of cotton fiber is 90%, that of wood is 40–50%, and that of dried hemp is approximately 57%. Hence, this option is correct.
As per the explanation, this option is incorrect.
As per the explanation, this option is incorrect.
As per the explanation, this option is incorrect.
Tagged under Chemistry · Chemistry of Life · 2016