Entomology Today: Got Shrilk? Insect Inspired Bioplastic

February 1, 2014
Entomology Today: Got Shrilk? Insect Inspired Bioplastic

Since their inception after World War II, synthetic plastics have left an indelible mark on society. However, plastic bottles can take up to 450 years to decompose, according to the U.S. National Park Service. While they do indeed break down eventually, plastics are not truly biodegradable. Instead, they accumulate in landfills and oceans, sometimes killing wildlife.

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