Science glossary film: Cellulose

A naturally occurring polymer of glucose that forms cell walls in plants and gives them strength and rigidity. Wood, paper and cotton all consist largely of cellulose. It is the most common organic compound on Earth, accounting for about one-third of all plant matter.

Wood, paper and cotton all consist largely of cellulose. It is the most common organic compound on Earth, accounting for about one-third of all plant matter.