Scientists in India have developed a new biodegradable polymer.

Scientists in India have developed a new biodegradable polymer.

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Category : Science and Tech Published on: October 07 2021

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  • Guar gum and chitosan, both polysaccharides produced from guar beans and crab and shrimp shells, were used by a group of Indian scientists to create an environmentally friendly, non-toxic, biodegradable polymer.
  • The fabricated guar gum-chitosan film has good water stability, mechanical strength, and resilience to harsh environmental conditions, and it might be employed in packaging.

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About Polymer

  • A polymer is a substance or material consisting of very large molecules, or macromolecules, composed of many repeating subunits.
  • First Polymer: Bakelite
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