Polymers are used in almost every area of modern living. Grocery bags, soda and water bottles, textile fibers, phones, computers, food packaging, auto parts, and toys all contain polymers. Even more-sophisticated technology uses polymers.
What are polymers used for in everyday life?
Polymers become the raw materials for products we now use every day, including: synthetic clothing, fiberglass, plastic bags, nylon bearing, polyethylene cups, epoxy glue, silicone heart valves, Teflon-coated cookware and our personal favorite, polymer based paints.
What are the examples of common polymers that you use in daily life?
Polymers Used in Daily Life
- Polyethylene.
- Polyester.
- Acrylics.
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Rubber.
- Teflon.
- Nylon.