Plastic is a synthetic material made from polymers, which are large molecules composed of repeating subunits. It is produced from petrochemicals, primarily crude oil and natural gas. The process of manufacturing plastic involves polymerization, where small molecules called monomers are chemically bonded together to form long chains or networks. These chains can be molded and shaped into various forms, resulting in the wide range of plastic products we use in our daily lives. However, it is important to note that there are also bioplastics, which are made from renewable resources such as plant-based materials.
