Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun A macromolecule in a living organism that is formed by linking together several smaller molecules, as a protein from amino acids or DNA from nucleotides.
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- noun biochemistry any
macromolecule of a living organism that is formed from thepolymerization of smaller entities; a polymer that occurs in a living organism or results from life.
Etymologies
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A biopolymer is a naturally-derived alternative to synthetic polymers, which are long molecules that join other molecules together.
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A biopolymer is a naturally-derived alternative to synthetic polymers, which are long molecules that join other molecules together.
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Italy-based Leoplast Group, which uses natural vegetable-based and renewable sources such as biopolymer produced by NatureWorks LLC, said companies don’t realize the kind of impact they can have by using more eco-friendly packaging.
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Italy-based Leoplast Group, which uses natural vegetable-based and renewable sources such as biopolymer produced by NatureWorks LLC, said companies don’t realize the kind of impact they can have by using more eco-friendly packaging.
News 2009
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Braskem The Brazilian chemical giant Braskem just started up the world 's largest biopolymer facility.
Bioplastics Boom 2010
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Cargill Inc. 's NatureWorks LLC of Minnetonka, Minn., is scouting locations and seeking a partner to build a plant that will double its biopolymer capacity.
Just One Word: Bioplastics Mara Lemos Stein 2010
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The Brazilian chemical giant Braskem SA just started up the world 's largest biopolymer facility.
Just One Word: Bioplastics Mara Lemos Stein 2010
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NatureWorks biopolymer has been successfully composted in applications where collection is feasible and a commercial composting infrastructure is in place.
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The multiple disposal alternatives of NatureWorks biopolymer means it can play a key role in landfill diversion.
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In addition to its ability to be mechanically recycled and composted, NatureWorks® biopolymer has shown favorable properties for use where incineration is the preferred waste disposal system and offers potential for chemical recycling.
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