Paper is a ubiquitous part of everyday life, but how is it made, and where did it originate? Ancient Egyptians made an early version of plant-based paper using papyrus — which is where the word "paper ...

How do people make paper out of trees, and why not use something else? – Cooper H., age 6, St. Louis, Missouri Paper is an important part of modern life. People use it in school, at work, to make ...

The expensive, energy-intensive process of turning wood into paper costs the pulp and paper industries more than $6 billion a year. Much of that expense involves separating wood's cellulose from ...

Researchers have found a way to genetically modify trees for the purpose of creating sustainable paper. According to “Science Daily,” Lignin — a polymer found in most plants — must be removed to ...

For a society hooked on electronics, we still use a lot of paper. Looks like the dead tree needs an upgrade. Despite our tablets and laptops and smartphones, the paperless office–first predicted in ...

The history of paper, much like the history of humanity itself that it would go on to chronicle, was an evolutionary process. Writing systems evolved first on clay tablets before ancient Egyptians ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected]. How do people make paper out of trees, and why ...