Tag: Polymer science

Lignin, one of the most abundant organic polymers on Earth, is an integral part of the cell walls of almost all vascular plants. But what is another name for lignin, and why is this complex substance so vital for plant structure and strength?

Carrageenan, a polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed, has been used as a food additive since approximately the fifteenth century. Its unique ability to modify texture in food and pharmaceuticals stems from its complex molecular mechanism, which differs significantly based on the carrageenan type and interacting ions.