Strong acids and high temperatures cannot generate pure glucose with 100% yield from cellulose for bioethanol production.            

Why is Regenerated cellulose (Cellulose II) thermodynamically more stable than native cellulose (Cellulose I)?

This is one of the reactions that can happen in cellulose. What happened and would this concern you as far as cellulose molecular size is concerned? If yes, why? If no, why? Would you change your answer if the Molecule B is exposed to alkaline conditions? Why or Why not?

Select all true answers 

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