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How natural polymers differ from synthetic polymer?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 17 Oct, 2014, 09:40: AM
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Polymers that are found in nature i.e., animals and plants are called natural polymers. For example, starch, cellulose, proteins, natural rubber.
Polymers that are man-made, synthesized in the labs and factories and can be melted and cast into desired shapes are called synthetic polymers.
Examples are polyethylene, PVC, bakelite, nylon etc.

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