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Does the polymerization prevent biodegradation (e.g. digestion by fungus) I don't think I have access to the full paper, but it is described as biodegradable,
by andai 2y ago
Does the polymerization prevent biodegradation (e.g. digestion by fungus)
I don't think I have access to the full paper, but it is described as biodegradable, which seems to be the opposite of what you'd want your house to be made of?
- arrobbiato 2y agoSiliation or esterization of the long carbohydrate chains would make them close to indigestible, and also far more water-resistant, but at that point the cost (including environmental) would outweigh the benefits over concrete.