Computerized equipment helps to sort the logs so that the best yield can be obtained from every log. Raw wood is about half water. The first stage of making pulp is ungluing the wood fibres. Modern paper makers are always improving their process and their recipes so that the paper is stronger and works better with coloured inks. You may choose from the vocabulary provided below.
Raw wood is about half water.
The first stage of making pulp is ungluing the wood fibres. Form small groups of 3 or 4 students. Each type should be identified in some way. The student must then determine the species of trees needed to make these different papers. Ask small groups of students to find a certain number of items made of wood and bring as many examples as possible to class.