Cellulose

A structural polysaccharide in plant cell walls. Its hydroxyl-rich surface contributes to water affinity and challenges bonding with nonpolar polymers. Names and abbreviations: cellulosic fibre component. Related terms: Wood flour; Polypropylene (PP). Sources: https://research.fs.usda.gov/download/treesearch/42497.pdf, https://research.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/36721