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Who invented the first plastic cup?
The first plastic cups were invented in the US in the year 1960, it was patented by the Wilson brand, these cups were made of plastic and a ribbed tumbler. In the year 1997 the brand Willbrandt registered a patent for another cup.
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What things are made from plastic?
Plastic is used to make a wide range of items including water bottles, food containers, toys, furniture, electronics, packaging materials, and automotive parts. Its versatility and durability make it a popular material in various industries.
What chemical does plastic give off?
Plastic can release toxic chemicals, such as phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA), especially when exposed to heat or sunlight. These chemicals can leach out of the plastic and enter the environment or food and beverages stored in the plastic containers. It's important to use plastic products that are labeled as BPA-free and to avoid heating food in plastic containers to minimize exposure to these harmful chemicals.
What is the structural formula of polyethylene plastic?
The structural formula of polyethylene plastic is (-CH2-CH2-)n, where n represents the number of repeating units in the polymer chain. In this formula, each "CH2" unit represents a single ethylene molecule that has undergone polymerization to form the long-chain polymer structure of polyethylene.
