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cellulose

[sel-yuh-lohs] / ˈsɛl jəˌloʊs /


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For instance, Hill-Maini says that some waste products are rich in cellulose, which humans can't digest.

From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026

The capsule itself is made of gelatin coated with cellulose and either molybdenum or tungsten, which prevents any RF signal from being emitted before the pill is swallowed.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 13, 2026

The antenna responsible for transmitting the signal is made of zinc and embedded within a cellulose particle.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 13, 2026

He then filled in the skeleton’s holes with ethyl cellulose, a tough biodegradable polymer.

From Science Magazine ● Nov. 24, 2024

The thin texture of cellulose wool felt rigid and rough.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple


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