Retention and drainage in the manufacture of paper
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A method of improving retention and drainage in a papermaking process is disclosed. The method provides for the addition of an associative polymer, starch or a starch derivative and optionally a siliceous material to the papermaking slurry. Additionally, a composition comprising an associative polymer and starch or starch derivative and optionally further comprising cellulose fiber is disclosed.