Polymerisation Chemistry Flashcards
1
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adv properties of plastice
A
lightweight, cheap, tuneable properties, inert and lifespan
2
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life cycle analysis
A
measures environmental impact of product over its entire life cycle
3
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PLA adv
A
biorenewable, biodegradable, similar properties to polystyrene, used in packaging
4
Q
side reactions of PLA synthesis
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interchain and intrachain transesterification
5
Q
-ve aspects of corn
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using foodstock and requires large amounts of water
