Biodegradable polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What are biodegradable polymers?
A
Plastics that can degrade (oxo-degradable) within 5 years.
2
Q
What additive can be used to render most polymers 100% degradable within 1-5 years?
A
The bio-batch additive.
3
Q
What are the properties of Biopol polylactide PLA?
A
It breaks down in 6 months
Can be used in place of ABS
Can also be soft like LDPE
Cellulose based
4
Q
What is biopol polylactide PLA used for?
A
Medical implants such as screws, pins, plates etc.
5
Q
What is lactel?
A
An absorbable water soluble polymer that breaks down in minutes.
6
Q
What can lactel be used for?
A
Pill capsules.
7
Q
What else can be used in lactel’s place?
A
Lactide, glycolide and ecofilm.
