Which of the following descriptions is/are consistent with biodegradable polymers?
A) polymers that can be broken down by enzymes produced by microorganisms
B) polymers with ester moieties
C) polymers with amide moieties
D) polymers known as polyhydroxyalkanoates
E) all of these

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All of the descriptions are consistent with biodegradable polymers. Biodegradable polymers are those that can be broken down by enzymes produced by microorganisms. They often contain ester or amide moieties and are sometimes known as polyhydroxyalkanoates.

Which of the Following Descriptions Is/are Consistent with Biodegradable Polymers