Feathers are one of the epidermal growths that form the distinctive outer covering, or plumage, on birds. Although feathers cover most parts of the body of birds, they arise only from certain well-defined tracts on the skin. They aid in flight, thermal insulation, waterproofing and coloration that helps in communication and protection.
At the 241st National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, a number of institutions presented their research into possible new sources of eco-friendly bioplastic, including everything from fruit fiber to bone meal. On the final day of the event, one other idea was put forward – bioplastic made from waste chicken feathers.
While this particular source material has been tried only semi-successfully in the past, the researchers claim that this time, the chicken plastic should take flight.
This week, a look at how chicken feathers may be turned into biodegradable plastic.
TTFN, Fred.
Quote of the week: "There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate." - Charles Dickens (the most popular English novelist of the Victorian era, 1812 – 1870)
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