Practical Polymers 2
CWSF · 2026 Natural Resources
Overview
Plastic pollution is a major issue, and most plastics are made from materials that are limited and non-renewable. To investigate this, I created several bioplastics using natural materials such as gelatin, chia seed mucilage, and starch, and tested their strength and flexibility. The results showed that the gelatin and chia seed bioplastic performed best, as it was both strong and flexible compared to the other materials tested. This project is important because it shows that natural materials could be used to develop more sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics.
Awards (2)
- Special Award
- Selected for CWSF 2026
Competition history
- CWSF 2026
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