Chapter 20, Problem 20.89P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation corresponding to the fact that the paper loses its mechanical strength when it is wet with water but not when it is wet with oil is to be proposed.

Concept Introduction:

Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehyde and ketones, with an empirical formula ${\text{C}}_{\text{m}}{\left({\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\right)}_{\text{n}}$. Cellulose is an insoluble complex carbohydrate i.e. polysaccharide consisting of a large number of glucose units. It is a linear polymer of $\text{β-D-glucose}$ and the basic structural component of plant cell walls. It is also an excellent fiber.