How do paper towels absorb water?

Answer #1

Paper towels are made of of little fibres of cellulose, which are, basically, sugar molecules. Seeing as sugar attracts water easily, it’s the same concept….the cellulose attracts the water and absorbs it.

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How do paper towels absorb water?

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