Question

The primary goal of chemical pulping is to selectively remove as much lignin as possible.

(a) True

(b) False

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Answer 1

Right option is (a) True

The best I can explain: The given statement is true. The primary goal of chemical pulping is to selectively remove as much lignin as possible, especially from the middle lamella, without degrading the carbohydrate components and negatively effecting pulp properties.