Lignin is synthesized by polymerization of these components and their ratio within the polymer ... different plants, wood tissues and cell wall layers. Cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin form ...

This clip starts with a brief introduction into what polymers are ... based on monomer names and structures given and vice versa. Lead into broader discussion of different polymers, their ...

One unique quality of polymers is that their molecules can have different shapes or "architectures ... These biological ...

can combine different mechanical properties and even adapt to changes in their environment. By imitating the structure of a protein, chemists have now made a strong, tough polymer that also ...