Bioplastics

Pronunciation: /baɪoʊˈplæstɪks/

Definitions of bioplastics

noun a type of plastic derived from renewable biomass sources, such as vegetable oils or cornstarch

Example Sentences

A1 Bioplastics are made from renewable resources like corn starch or sugarcane.

A2 Many companies are now using bioplastics as an alternative to traditional plastics.

B1 The use of bioplastics can help reduce the environmental impact of plastic pollution.

B2 Research is ongoing to develop bioplastics that are even more sustainable and biodegradable.

C1 Bioplastics have the potential to revolutionize the packaging industry and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.

C2 The production of bioplastics requires careful consideration of the entire lifecycle to ensure minimal environmental impact.

Examples of bioplastics in a Sentence

formal Bioplastics are a type of plastic made from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane.

informal I heard that bioplastics are supposed to be better for the environment than regular plastic.

slang Bioplastics are like eco-friendly plastics that come from plants instead of oil.

figurative Using bioplastics is like giving the planet a hug because they are biodegradable and sustainable.

Grammatical Forms of bioplastics

• plural: bioplastics
• comparative: more bioplastic
• superlative: most bioplastic
• present tense: bioplastics
• future tense: will bioplastics
• perfect tense: have bioplastics
• continuous tense: is bioplastic
• singular: bioplastic
• positive degree: bioplastic
• infinitive: to bioplastic
• gerund: bioplastic
• participle: bioplastic

Origin and Evolution of bioplastics

First Known Use: 1980 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'bioplastics' originated from the combination of 'bio-' meaning life or living organisms, and 'plastics' referring to synthetic materials.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe plastics made from renewable resources such as plants or other biological materials, the term 'bioplastics' has evolved to encompass a wider range of materials that are biodegradable or derived from natural sources.