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Questions and Answers
What are some examples of man-made (synthetic) polymers?
Examples of man-made (synthetic) polymers include nylon, polyethylene, polyester, Teflon, and epoxy.
What are some examples of naturally occurring polymers?
Examples of naturally occurring polymers are silk, wool, DNA, cellulose, and proteins.
How do natural and man-made polymers differ in terms of their origin and production?
Natural polymers occur in nature and can be extracted, while man-made polymers are derived from petroleum oil and made by scientists and engineers.
