Biodegradable foam plastic substitute made from milk protein and clay
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 - 12:30
in Physics & Chemistry
Amid ongoing concern about plastic waste accumulating in municipal landfills, and reliance on imported oil to make plastics, scientists are reporting development of a new ultra-light biodegradable foam plastic material made from two unlikely ingredients: The protein in milk and ordinary clay. The new substance could be used in furniture cushions, insulation, packaging, and other products, they report.