Organic Chemistry (6th Edition)
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Interpretation: An explanation corresponding to the fact that cellulose is water insoluble by considering its three-dimensional structure is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy
Cellulose is an insoluble complex carbohydrate i.e. polysaccharide consisting of a large number of glucose units. It is a
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