Cellulose Molecule (IMAGE) University of Münster Caption The molecular structure of cellulose, to which nanoscientists applied mechanical force (green arrows). The hydrolysis reaction changed dramatically as a result. Credit Saeed Amirjalayer et al./Angew Chem Usage Restrictions The pictures may only be used in connection with the press release. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.