ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I express my deep sense of gratitude to esteemed

Mr. R. A. Shamkuwar (PGT Chemistry), JNV
Gondia under whose guidance the project
“Bioplastic from corn starch” has been
completed.
I express my sincere thanks to our honourable
Principal Mr. M. S. Balvir and vice Principal Mr.
N. L. Lengure for their kindness in providing
all the course of this project.
At last I thankful Mr. R. N. Lute ( lab. Asst.) and
all those who have helped me directly and
indirectly in the completion of the project.

Thank You!!

Ku.Himangi Bhagat
Class 12th

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Distt.Gondia
 DECLARATION

I Himangi Bhagat hereby declare that this project

Is an original work of investigation done by me in
the school laboratory in presence of my Chemistry
teacher MR. R . A . Shamkuwar and is not in what
so ever manner, copied from any previous project.

Ku.Himangi Bhagat
Class 12th

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Distt.Gondia
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
S.No CONTENT REMARK

01 INTRODUCTION

02 EXPERIMENT

03 BIBLIOGRAPHY
 INTRODUCTION
The application of biomass, such as starch, cellulose, wood,
and sugar, used to substitute fossil resources for the
production of plastics, is a widely accepted strategy towards
sustainable development. In fact, this way a significant
reduction of non renewable energy consumption and carbon
dioxide emission is accomplished. In recent years, several
typologies of bioplastics were introduced and the most
important are those based on cellulosic esters, starch
derivatives, polyhydroxybutyrate, polylactic acid, and
polycaprolactone. Nowadays, the most important tool to
evaluate the environmental impact of a bioplastic is the life
cycle assessment that determines the overall impact of a plastic
on the environment by defining and analyzing several impact
categories index like the global warming; the human toxicity;
the abiotic depletion; the eutrophication; the acidification; and
many others directly related to the production, utilization, and
disposal of the considered plastics. The aim of this work is to
present a comparison between bio plastics and conventional
plastics through the use of the “Life Cycle Assessment”
methodology. In particular, the life cycle assessment’s Cradle
to Grave of shoppers made from Mater-Bi (starch-based plastic)
a polyethylene were reported and compared as a case study in
order to highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the
bioplastics and the conventional plastics.
The corn plant (Zea mays) is a high-capacity, factory for
efficiently converting large amounts of radiant energy from the
sun into stable chemical energy. This energy is stored as
cellulose, oil and starch in the corn plant and in the corn
kernel.

The corn plant is also one of nature's greatest multipliers.

Approximately four months after planting, a single kernel of
corn weighing about one one-hundredth of an ounce will yield
800 kernels weighing eight ounces. In comparison to this 800-
fold seed multiplication in corn, wheat will produce a 50-fold
yield per seed planted.
 EXPERIMENT
Material Required:

1. Corn powder
2. Vinegar
3. Glycerine
4. Water
5. Silicon Plated Spoon
Process:
1. Gather the necessary materials. To make this type of bioplastic,
you will need cornstarch, distilled water, glycerol, white vinegar, a
stove, a saucepan, a silicone spatula, and food coloring (if desired).
These items should be readily available at the grocery store or online.
Glycerol is also called glycerine, so try searching for that if you’re
having trouble finding glycerol.[2] The following amounts of each
ingredient are needed to make the bioplastic:
 10ml distilled water
 0.5-1.5g glycerol
 1.5g cornstarch
 1ml of white vinegar
 1-2 drops food coloring
 Adult supervision is recommended.

2. Combine all of the ingredients and stir together. Add all of the
ingredients to the saucepan and stir to combine with the spatula. Stir
until you get rid of most of the lumps in the mixture. At this stage, the
mixture will be a milky white color and quite watery.
 If you add the wrong amounts of ingredients, just dispose of the
mixture and start again.

3. Heat on medium-low. Place the saucepan on the stove and set the
heat to medium-low. Stir continuously as the mixture heats. Bring it to a
gentle boil. As the mixture heats, it will become more translucent and begin
to thicken.
 Remove the mixture from the heat when it becomes clear and thick.
 Total heating time will be around 10-15 minutes.
 Lumps may begin to form if the mixture gets overheated.
 Add one-two drops of food coloring at this stage, if you would like to
color the plastic.

3. Pour the mixture onto foil or parchment paper. Spread the heated
mixture onto a piece of foil or parchment paper to let it cool. If you
would like to mold the plastic into a shape, it must be done while it is
still warm. See the last method for details on molding the plastic.
 Remove any bubbles that you see by poking them with a toothpick.

4. Allow the plastic to dry for at least two days. It will take time for
the plastic to dry and harden. As it cools, it will begin to dry out.
Depending on the thickness of the plastic, it can take longer for it to
dry. If you make one small thick piece it will take longer to dry than a
thinner larger piece.
 Leave the plastic in a cool, dry place for this process.
 Check the plastic after two days to see if it has fully hardened.
 APPLICATION

 Packaging
 Food-services
 Agriculture/horticulture
 Consumer electronics
 Automotive
 Consumer goods and household appliances
 Advantages and
disadvantages of Bioplastic

Advantages:
 Carbon Emission Reduction
 Do not use scarce crude oil.
 Consumes Less Energy
 Less Landfill Area Needed
 Recyclable

Disadvantages:
 Need for Composters
 Engineering Issues
 Risk of Contamination
 BIBLIOGRAPHY

1. Laboratory manual in chemistry.

2. Textbook NCERT.
3. MTG chemistry.
 A project report
On
“Bioplastic form Cornstarch”
Submitted to
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Gondia
Class – XII
Submitted By

Ku.Himangi Bhagat

Under the guidance of

Mr. R. A. Shamkuwar (PGT Chemistry),
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Gondia
2018-2019
 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

This is to certify that Ku.Himangi Bhagat, a student of class XII

Science, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Gondia, has successfully
completed her project on “Bioplastic on Cornstarch”. As per
syllabus prescribed by ‘Central Board Of Secondary Education’.
Under the guidance of undersigned during the academic year 2018-
2019. In the laboratory of school.

Date:

Subject Teacher Sign of Principal

Mr. R.A. Shamkuwar Mr. M.S. Balvir

External Examiner