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Chemistry in Everyday Life — Chemistry STD 12 — Question

Tamilnadu BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12ChemistryChemistry in Everyday Life2 Marks
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What is a biodegradable polymer? Give an example of a biodegradable aliphatic polyester.
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Answer

Polymers which disintegrate by themselves over a period of time due to environmental degradation by bacteria, etc. are called biodegradable polymers. Example: PHBV (poly hydroxy butrate – co – β hydroxyvalcrate)

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