Green Technology

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

  • Bioplastics are a type of plastic made from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane.
  • I heard that bioplastics are supposed to be better for the environment than regular plastic.
  • Bioplastics are like eco-friendly plastics that come from plants instead of oil.
  • Using bioplastics is like giving the planet a hug because they are biodegradable and sustainable.

noun a type of fuel made from natural sources such as vegetable oil or animal fat, used as an alternative to traditional petroleum-based diesel

  • Biodiesel is a renewable fuel made from vegetable oils or animal fats.
  • Have you tried using biodiesel in your car yet?
  • I heard biodiesel is the way to go if you want to be eco-friendly.
  • Switching to biodiesel is like giving your car a healthy diet.