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material properties Super Absorbent Polymers (also called Superabsorbent Polymer and �SAP�) are a class of cross-linked, non-biodegradable polymers capable of absorbing and retaining up to 500 times their weight in water. It is an ecologically friendly (nontoxic) material. It is also inexpensive and easilly available comercially. 100 spheres of hydrogel cost 50 cents. Applications: Industrial (flood control, floral decoration, packaging & transportation, industrial waste management); Agriculture, horticulture & landscaping; Gel wound dressing, diapers and napkins, fake ice & artificial snow, underground cable water proofing, etc.
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