The Paper Making Process: Understanding the Steps and Technologies

To break down wood chips or recycled fibers into a pulp, creating a consistent mixture of individual fibers.

To remove contaminants, such as dirt, bark, and other impurities, from the pulp mixture.

To beat the pulp fibers, making them more flexible and able to bond together, creating a stronger paper.

<p>To form the paper sheet, allowing water to drain and the fibers to bond together, creating a consistent thickness and texture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To smooth and flatten the paper, removing any wrinkles or curl, and giving it a uniform finish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Removing the bark</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create a paste</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Saves energy, reduces CO2 emissions, and reduces landfill waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>New paper</p> Signup and view all the answers