HEMICELLULOSES
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Hemicelluloses.
Hemicelluloses - as a noun
A mixture of several plant polysaccharides, of smaller molecular weight than cellulose, that are soluble in dilute alkali; they are involved in the manufacture of paper, and are used in the production of furfural and ethanol.
Example Sentences
"The extraction of hemicelluloses from wood can be used to produce biofuels."
"The structure and composition of hemicelluloses vary between different plant species."
"Certain enzymes can break down hemicelluloses into their constituent sugars."
"Chemical treatments can modify the properties of hemicelluloses for various applications."
"The degradation of hemicelluloses during cooking contributes to the texture of food."
Word Game Points
Is HEMICELLULOSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hemicelluloses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HEMICELLULOSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is HEMICELLULOSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hemicelluloses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHEMICELLULOSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.
Is HEMICELLULOSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hemicelluloses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHEMICELLULOSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
