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Cellulose Acetate

/ˈsɛl.jʊ.loʊs ˈæs.ə.teɪt/noun
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Cellulose acetate is a semi-synthetic polymer made by chemically modifying natural cellulose from plant sources, resulting in a versatile material that's both flexible and durable. It's widely used in everyday products like films, fibers, and plastics due to its clarity and resistance to moisture, but in modern contexts, it's gaining attention for more sustainable applications in eco-friendly packaging and textiles.

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