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The document provides an overview of polymers, defining them as substances made from bonded particles, and distinguishes between natural and synthetic polymers. It lists examples and applications of both types, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages, such as biodegradability and toxicity. The document emphasizes the importance of polymers in various industries, including biomedical, packaging, and construction.

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Polymers

The document provides an overview of polymers, defining them as substances made from bonded particles, and distinguishes between natural and synthetic polymers. It lists examples and applications of both types, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages, such as biodegradability and toxicity. The document emphasizes the importance of polymers in various industries, including biomedical, packaging, and construction.

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BSEE - 3D

POLYME
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By: Jubert Pelonio
Polymers
Polymer is a substance, constituent or material, which has a molecular
build-up structure, either completely or chiefly from many similar or
different particles or units that are bonded together.

The word “polymer” itself is adopted from ancient Greek wordspolymer


" poly" meaning “many” and "mer" meaning “part,” “segment,”
“units,” or “particles."
On the other hand, monomers, whereas the word “mono” means “one”
or “single," are those small bits of molecules or particles that joined
together to make a long chain called polymer.
Two types of polymers

Polymers can be naturally found in plants and animals (natural


polymers) or can be human-made (synthetic polymers).
Two types of polymers
Examples and Uses of Natural
Polymer
Chitosan
A biocompatible, biodegradable, and
antibacterial polymer that's used in biomedical
applications like drug delivery, cell therapy,
and wound care

Cellulos
e
A biodegradable polymer that's used in eco-
friendly packaging

Starch
A natural polymer that's used in eco-friendly
packaging
Examples and Uses of Natural
Polymer
Collagen
A natural polymer used in medical devices,
drug delivery, and wound care

Hemicellulos
e component of lignocellulosic
A renewable
biomass that functions as a signaling
molecule and metabolic reserve in cells

Polylactic acid
(PLA)
A biodegradable, compostable, and renewable
thermoplastic polyester derived from corn
starch that's used in packaging
Examples and Uses of Natural
Polymer
Polycaprolactone
(PCL)
A biodegradable polymer with good
mechanical properties and chemical and
solvent resistance that's used in packaging

Other uses of natural polymers


include:
Textiles :Fabrics made from natural polymers like
cotton, rayon, and silk are popular for their
sustainability
AgricultureBiodegradable
: mulch films and other
sustainable products are used to reduce the
environmental impact of farming practices

ConstructionNatural
: fiber composites are used in eco-
friendly construction materials
Examples and Uses of Synthetic Polymer

Polyethylene
A lightweight, inexpensive, and chemically
resistant polymer used in bottles, toys,
electrical insulation, and plastic bags.

Polyvinyl chloride
(PVC)
A durable and cost-effective plastic used in
siding, pipes, and flooring. It's the third most
commonly produced plastic.

Polystyrene
A thermoplastic polymer made from styrene
monomer that softens when heated. It's used
in packaging and cabinets.
Examples and Uses of Synthetic
Polymer
Polyvinyl acetate
(PVA)
A cheap, nontoxic, and biodegradable
synthetic resin used in adhesives, latex paints,
textile and paper sizing, and emulsion
polymerization.

Polypropylen
e
A thermoplastic polymer used in packaging,
labeling, textiles, stationery, plastic parts,
and more.

Nylon
A synthetic polymer used in clothing,
stockings, ropes, and other consumer goods.
Examples and Uses of Synthetic
Polymer

Polyeste
r materials in the textile
Essential
industry.

Methyl 2-cyanopropenoate
The main polymeric substance used in
manufacturing superglue.

RTV silicones
Used to make gaskets for
cars.
BIODEGRADABLE
Most natural polymers are easily
degraded by biological processes.

ADVANTAGES OF RENEWABLE
Natural polymers come from renewable

NATURAL POLYMER sources.


LOW TOXICITY
Natural polymers are generally low in
toxicity.
BIOCOMPATIBLE
Natural polymers are biocompatible and
non-cytotoxic.
ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE
Natural polymers have electrical
resistance properties.
THERMAL AND
Natural polymers have thermal and
INSULATING
insulating properties.
AFFORDABLE
Natural polymers are affordable.
VARIABILITY
Natural polymers can have a high
degree of variability from lot to lot.

DISADVANTAGES STRUCTURAL COMPLEXITY


Natural polymers can be structurally

OF NATURAL more complex.


PRODUCTION COSTS
Natural polymers can have complex
POLYMER production, extraction, and purification
processes that are high cost.
LIMITED MECHANICAL
Natural polymers have poor mechanical
PROPERTIES
properties, which can limit their
applications.
DEGRADATION RATE
The degradation rate of natural
polymers can be difficult to control.
IMMUNE REACTIONS
Natural polymers can cause unwanted
immune reactions due to impurities.
BIOCOMPATIBILITY
Some synthetic polymers are
biocompatible
ADVANTAGES OF FLEXIBILITY
Synthetic polymers can be easily

SYNTHETIC produced in a variety of flexibilities


RECYCLABILITY
Some synthetic polymers can be
POLYMER recycled multiple times
LOW COST
They are less expensive than natural
fibers.
HIGH-QUALITY MATERIAL
They are strong, lightweight, and
moisture-resistant in nature.
TOXICITY
Some synthetic polymers are toxic to
the environment

DISADVANTAGES NON-
Most synthetic polymers are non-
BIODEGRADABLE

OF SYNTHETIC biodegradable
DISPOSAL
Disposing of synthetic polymers is
POLYMER difficult and time-consuming
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Improper disposal of synthetic polymers
can pollute the environment and disrupt
the ecological balance
PRODUCTION
The process of creating synthetic
polymers is complicated and expensive
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