lignin
IPA: ɫˈɪgnɪn
noun
- (organic chemistry) A complex non-carbohydrate aromatic polymer present in all wood.
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Examples of "lignin" in Sentences
- It is also lignin and sulfur free.
- Compression wood is rich in lignin.
- The content of lignin is very high.
- All plants contain cellulose and lignin.
- The by product of this process is lignin.
- Much of the lignin remains adhering to the fibres.
- In addition, the majority of wood is made of lignin.
- It is especially interesting as it can digest lignin.
- The cellulose pulp is then separated from the dissolved lignin.
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