Tuesday, 25 April 2017

Natural Polymers,Pollution caused by plastics



,Pollution caused by plastics
• Plastics are non-biodegradable and cannot be decomposed by bacteria in the environment.
• Plastic objects accumulate and pollute the environment.
• Plastics are carbon-based polymers which burn easily to release toxic fumes.
Natural Polymers
• Natural polymers are important substances found in all plants, animals and food.
• Food is made up of 3 types of polymers:
– Proteins needed for growth
– Carbohydrate which provide the body with energy
– Fats which also provide the body with energy.

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