Synthesis, characterization and biodegradation of bioplastic films produced from Parthenium hysterophorus by incorporating a plasticizer (PEG600)

The alarming use of fossil fuel based plastics causing hazardous environmental impact has drawn attention towards alternative sources. Therefore, the present study aims to utilize Parthenium hysterophorus for the production of bioplastic films and illustrates its biodegradability. A rapid biodegrada...

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Main Authors: Shashwat Nigam, Apurba K. Das, Mukesh Kumar Patidar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-12-01
Series:Environmental Challenges
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667010021002596