9 - Biodegradable Polymers - Degradation Flashcards

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What are the three types of degradation?

A

Photodegradable (light)

Oxy-degradable (oxygen)

Hydro-degradable (water)

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Photo-degradation

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Polymer bonds weakened and broken down by UV light

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Oxy-degradation

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Polymer turns to a fine powder with exposure to oxygen. Further degraded by micro-organisms

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Hydro-degradation

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Polymer quickly broken down by water. Further degraded by micro-organisms

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