New recyclable plastics discovered ‘by accident’

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The discovery includes stiff plastics and flexible gels that can mend themselves if torn.

A collection of new plastics that are recyclable and adaptable have been developed by researchers – and the discovery began with a laboratory mistake. They include strong, stiff plastics and flexible gels that can mend themselves if torn.

 

 

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