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Natural resin like amber was used during Roman times. In 1800s:John Wesley Hyatt discovered celluloid.This was the first widely used plastic. In 1900s:Plastic made from synthetic polymer was used.Cellulose came into existence. In 2000s and beyond:Demand for plastic is continually growing. Now a days, bioplastic used are cellulose based,starch based and used as BIODEGRADABLE POLY BAG
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applications: Development of cardiovascular products Drug delivery Cell implants Packaging films,cosmetic products Agricultural applications: Plastic film for crop protection,seed encapsulation Mobile phone casings,CD etc
Take less time to break down. Are renewable. Good for environment. Require less energy to produce. Are easier to recycle. Are not toxic. Reduce dependence on foreign oil.