Plastics : Recycled plastics versus virgin plastics
Recycled plastics and virgin plastics behave differently because recycling changes the material’s molecular structure and purity. Heat, moisture, and processing conditions also affect the quality of recycled plastic. 1. Effect of the heat: 1.1- Virgin plastic: Has long, uniform polymer chains Withstands processing heat within its designed range Melts and re-solidifies with minimal damage ( if not overheated )
