Cellulosity

/ˌsɛljuːˈlɒsɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being made of cellulose or containing cellulose as a primary component.

Etymology

From cellulose + -osity (suffix meaning state or condition). Technical term used in materials science and botany.

Kelly Says

A plant's cellulosity determines how stiff and strong it is—bamboo has extreme cellulosity, which makes it stronger than many hardwoods despite being a grass!

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