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If ________ is present in paper, it deteriorates in color and strength quite rapidly.

a) Cellulose
b) Lignin
c) Hemicellulose
d) Pectin

Answer: b
Explanation: If lignin is present in paper, it deteriorates in color and strength quite rapidly. Pulps that retain most of the wood lignin consist of stiff fibers that do not produce strong papers.

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