Gum is made of plastic, and chewing both synthetic and natural gums could release microplastics into your mouth, according to ...

Polyvinyl acetate or 'PVA glue' is often associated with school projects and woodcraft activities. A key ingredient in its production might have a hidden medical superpower in cancer treatment ...

Esters are usually synthesized from an alcohol and an acid, most frequently, a carboxylic acid. In some cases, an epoxide is used instead of the alcohol; or an acid halide or anhydride replaces the ...