Multiple choice

Cotton is mostly composed of

  1. alcohols

  2. starch

  3. aldehydes

  4. cellulose

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Cotton fibers are almost pure cellulose (about 90-94%), making it the world's most important natural fiber for textiles. The cellulose gives cotton its strength, absorbency, and comfort properties.