Chemical Polymers Glossary

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noun a complex organic polymer that forms key structural materials in the support tissues of vascular plants

  • Lignin is a complex organic polymer that provides structural support to plant cell walls.
  • Did you know that lignin is what makes wood so strong and sturdy?
  • I heard that lignin is like the glue that holds plants together.
  • In a way, lignin can be seen as the backbone of plant structure.