It is hoped that this short presentation will provide
some understanding of how the characteristics of different
fibres can affect the properties of paper.
The properties of fibres can be well understood if
we consider their physical properties, specifically
their length, diameter and wall thickness. We refer
to these properties as the morphological properties
of the fibres.
The dictionary defines morphology as “the
science of form”.
The slides that make up this presentation only deal
with wood based fibres, however the general principles
apply to all cellulose fibres and hence to annual fibres
too. We hope you find this introductory material useful
and if you require more detailed information you will
find it elsewhere on this site. Please let us know what
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