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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

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The correct option is (b) Lignin

Best 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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