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Biodegradable Polymer: Introduction

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Definition: A polymer that are degradable in-vivo , either by enzymatically or non-enzymatically, to produce biocompatible or nontoxic by-products. Biodegradation: A natural process by which organic chemicals are converted to simpler compound through elemental cycles such as the carbon, nitrogen and Sulphur cycles. Microorganism plays a central role in the biodegradation process. Bio degradation occur in two steps: 1 st step From Fragmentation of the polymer into lower molecules: By abiotic reaction i.e. oxidation, photo degradation, hydrolysis. By biotic reaction i.e. degradation by microorganism. 2 nd step: Bio Assimilation of the polymer fragments Biodegradability of the polymer depends on Its origin & chemical structure & also environmental condition Biodegradable polymers are capable of being cleaved into biocompatible by-product through chemical or enzyme catalyzed hydrolysis Advantages of Biodegradable polymer: Provide constant controlled r...

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