Polyhydroxyalkanoates from palm oil : biodegradable plastics

Polyhydroxyalkanoates from palm oil : biodegradable plastics

The environmental problems caused by petroleum-based plastic and plastic waste have led to an increasing demand for biobased and biodegradable plastics, such as polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs). These polyesters are synthesized from carbon sources, e.g. sugar and plant oils, by various bacteria. This bo...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Sudesh, Kumar , 1967- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Heidelberg : Springer , c2013
Series:SpringerBriefs in Microbiology
Subjects:
Biotechnology
Life sciences
Microbiology
Poly-beta-hydroxyalkanoates
Polymers
Sustainable development

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