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Biopolymer from Marine Waste Biomass and Its Applications- A Review
Summary
This review examines biopolymers derived from marine waste biomass — including chitin, carrageenan, and alginate — as biodegradable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, highlighting their environmental benefits and potential applications across multiple industries.
Plastics are a necessity that are usually made from non-renewable resources. Because synthetic plastics cannot biodegrade, their widespread manufacture and indiscriminate usage represent a severe danger to the environment and cause issues. Daily use of various plastics should be reduced, and their place should be taken by biodegradable alternatives. Biodegradable and environmentally friendly polymers are essential for addressing sustainability concerns or environmental problems brought on by the
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