Polyethylene Terephthalate: Researchers have recently discovered a new deep-sea enzyme that can degrade Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET). Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is the most commonly used thermoplastic polymer in the world. It belongs to the family of polyesters. PET is produced by the polymerization of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid. When heated together under the influence of […]
Tag: 27th Sep 2023
Sarcophagus : Ancient Graves
Sarcophagus: Ancient Graves Palestinian workers in the Gaza Strip recently found dozens of ancient graves, including two Sarcophagus made of lead, in a cemetery dating back about 2,000 years to the Roman Empire. Sarcophagus is an above-ground stone container for a coffin or dead body that often is often decorated with art, inscriptions, and carvings. […]
Vizhinjam International Seaport : Docking Of The First Ship
Vizhinjam International Seaport : Docking Of The First Ship The docking of the first ship at the Vizhinjam International Seaport has been deferred recently Vizhinjam International Seaport is located at Vizhinjam, a coastal town in Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala. It is designed primarily to cater to container transhipment besides multi-purpose and break bulk cargo. It is […]
