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Cornstarch polymers are polymers made from alkenes that are mixed with cornstarch so that they are easily biodegradeable. They are used for plastic bags so that they when they are sent to a landfill site, they biodegrade quickly and easily.

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i think, it makes a plastic an ideal biodegradable substance. Not sure.

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