Biodegradable Polymers

Flashcard 1: Corn Starch Polymers - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Corn Starch Polymers?
A:

• Biodegradable and derived from corn starch.

• Breaks down naturally in composting conditions.

• Can be molded into different forms.

Flashcard 2: Corn Starch Polymers - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Corn Starch Polymers?
A:

• Used in packaging materials and food containers.

• Applied in biodegradable cutlery and bags.

• Used as an alternative to traditional plastics.

Flashcard 3: Potatopak - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Potatopak?
A:

• Made from potato starch and fully biodegradable.

• Lightweight but firm.

• Non-toxic and safe for food contact.

Flashcard 4: Potatopak - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Potatopak?
A:

• Used in disposable plates, trays, and packaging.

• Applied in food service industries for eco-friendly alternatives.

• Used for compostable plant pots and trays.

Flashcard 5: Biopol - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Biopol?
A:

• A biodegradable polyester made from bacteria.

• Breaks down naturally in soil and water.

• Can be processed like traditional plastics.

Flashcard 6: Biopol - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Biopol?
A:

• Used in disposable cutlery and packaging.

• Applied in medical sutures and capsules.

• Used for agricultural films and coatings.

Flashcard 7: Polylactide (PLA) - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Polylactide (PLA)?
A:

• Made from fermented plant sugars, usually corn or sugarcane.

• Biodegradable under industrial composting conditions.

• Transparent and can be used as a plastic alternative.

Flashcard 8: Polylactide (PLA) - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Polylactide (PLA)?
A:

• Used in 3D printing filament.

• Applied in biodegradable food packaging.

• Used in medical implants and sutures.

Flashcard 9: Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)?
A:

• Produced by bacterial fermentation of sugars and lipids.

• Fully biodegradable in natural environments.

• Can be flexible or rigid depending on formulation.

Flashcard 10: Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)?
A:

• Used in medical applications such as sutures and drug delivery.

• Applied in compostable packaging.

• Used as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Flashcard 11: Lactide - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Lactide?
A:

• A cyclic dimer of lactic acid.

• Key precursor in producing PLA.

• Can be polymerized into biodegradable plastics.

Flashcard 12: Lactide - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Lactide?
A:

• Used in the production of polylactic acid (PLA).

• Applied in biodegradable films and coatings.

• Used in medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Flashcard 13: Glycolide - Properties

Q: What are the key properties of Glycolide?
A:

• A biodegradable monomer used in polymer synthesis.

• Forms strong, degradable polymer chains.

• Often copolymerized with lactide for enhanced properties.

Flashcard 14: Glycolide - Uses

Q: What are some uses of Glycolide?
A:

• Used in medical sutures and tissue engineering.

• Applied in bioresorbable stents.

• Used in controlled drug release systems.