Rubber is defined as an organic material which is derived from the sap or the latex of the rubber trees.
Plastic is defined as organic materials which have a polymeric structure, and are derived from oil or petroleum. They are a wide range of synthetic or semi-synthetic materials that use polymers as a main ingredient.
The biggest difference between plastic and rubber can be seen in their definitions, they are totally two different materials.
There are also many other differences between rubber and plastic in terms of characteristics, occurrence, production and even toxicity, and so on.
Under this category-Rubber & Plastic News, you will find basic knowledge and hot topics about rubber and plastics.
