Mar 20, 2025 · Polyethylene, light, versatile synthetic resin made from the polymerization of ethylene. Polyethylene is a member of the important family of polyolefin resins. It is the most …

Apr 10, 2025 · Plastic, polymeric material that has the capability of being molded or shaped. This property of plasticity, often found in combination with other special properties such as low …

Mar 27, 2025 · Polyethylene glycol (PEG), synthetic chemical compound derived from petroleum that is widely used as a laxative for the treatment of constipation and that has various other …

polyethylene (PE), Any of the polymers of ethylene, the largest class of plastics. Its simple basic structure, of ethylene monomers, can be linear (high-density and ultrahigh-molecular-weight …

high-density polyethylene (HDPE), linear version of polyethylene, a light versatile synthetic resin made from the polymerization of ethylene. HDPE is manufactured at low temperatures and …

Apr 7, 2025 · Polyethylene terephthalate, or PET, a strong, stiff synthetic fiber and resin and a member of the polyester family of polymers. PET is spun into fibers for permanent-press …

Branched versions are known as low-density polyethylene (LDPE) or linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE); the linear versions are known as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and …

Apr 10, 2025 · Plastic - Polymers, Synthetic, Recycling: Polymers are chemical compounds whose molecules are very large, often resembling long chains made up of a seemingly …

A plastic is a kind of material that is made by people and can be formed into almost any shape. Most plastics are strong, long-lasting, and lightweight. They resist damage by water, heat, …

Resin is the raw, unfinished material; plastic is the material of the finished item. Resins can be made in various forms, including syrup, powder, flakes, or pellets. Although resins may be …