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| Polyethylene HDPE | High-Density Polyethylene | Polythene | LDPE | Low-Density Polyethylene | High Density Polyethylene | Low Density Polyethylene | Polyethylene, High-Density | Polyethylene, Low-Density A vinyl polymer made from ethylene. It can be branched or linear. Branched or low-density polyethylene is tough and pliable but not to the same degree as linear polyethylene. Linear or high-density polyethylene has a greater hardness and tensile strength. Polyethylene is used in a variety of products, including implants and prostheses. | |
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