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Rubber And Plastics
Rubber and plastics are polymers, macromolecules made of many repeating units. Rubber, which is harvested from rubber trees (Hevea brasiliensis) is made of polymers of an organic compound called isoprene. Plastics are derived from chemicals such as natural gas or petroleum. Rubber and plastics are used for production of numerous products due to their flexibility and moldability.
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MAR 25, 2024Earth & The Environment
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Earth & The Environment
A recent study published in Data in Brief via ScienceDirect examines the alarming discovery of hundreds of toxic chemica
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Written By:
Laurence Tognetti, MSc
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A study conducted by Western University researchers found that hemp bioplastics make suitable packaging material. The st
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Written By:
Kerry Charron
MAY 23, 2023
Earth & The Environment
Microplastics, also known as MPs, are tiny pieces of plastic that measure less than 5 millimeters (0.20 inches) across a
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Written By:
Laurence Tognetti, MSc
AUG 26, 2022
Technology
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Ryan Vingum
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Earth & The Environment
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Earth & The Environment
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