Compostable polymer materials

An essential resource for graduate students and scientists working in chemistry, materials science, ecology, and environmental science, this book covers the entire spectrum of preparation, degradation, and environmental issues related to compostable polymers. --

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Rudnik, Ewa (Author)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Amsterdam : Elsevier, 2019.
EditionSecond edition.
Subjects
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9780080994420
0080994423
0080994385
9780080994383
Physical Description1 online resource

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Table of Contents:
  • <P>1. Introduction 2. Compostable Polymer Materials
  • Definitions, Structure, and Methods of Preparation 3. Properties and Applications 4. Thermal and Thermooxidative Degradation 5. Composting Methods and Legislation 6. Biodegradability Testing of Compostable Polymer Materials Under Laboratory Conditions 7. Biodegradation of Compostable Polymer Materials Under Real Conditions 8. Biodegradation of Compostable Polymer Materials in Various Environments 9. Ecotoxicological Assessment 10. Environmental Impact of Compostable Polymer Materials 11. Waste Treatment of Bio-based Compostable Polymers 12. Perspectives</p>