Essential Organic Chemistry, Global Edition
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Author: Paula Yurkanis Bruice
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Chapter 15.10, Problem 21P
(a)
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Interpretation:
The structure of a short segment of
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Biodegradable
- Polymers which can be ruined by microorganisms such as fungi, algae or bacteria.
- An important PHA is PHB which is an example of a polymer of
(b)
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The structure of a short segment of
Concept Introduction:
Biodegradable polymers:
- Polymers which can be ruined by microorganisms such as fungi, algae or bacteria.
- An important PHA is PHB which is an example of a polymer of
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