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Poly(lactic acid) : synthesis, structures, properties, processing, and applications /
This book describes the synthesis, properties, and processing methods of poly(lactic acid) (PLA), an important family of degradable plastics. As the need for environmentally-friendly packaging materials increases, consumers and companies are in search for new materials that are largely produced from...
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| Format: | e-Book |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, N.J. :
Wiley,
[2010]
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| Series: | Wiley series on polymer engineering and technology.
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| Online Access: | Full-text access |
Table of Contents:
- pt. 1. Chemistry and production of lactic acid, lactide, and poly(lactic acid)
- pt. 2. Properties of poly(lactic acid)
- pt. 3. Processing and conversion of poly(latic acid)
- pt. 4. Degradation and environmental issues
- pt. 5. Applications.