Is liquid polymer toxic?

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A polymer is a large molecule which is a combination of many subunits.
Polymer is also called macro molecule because of having high molecular weight.
Polymers are long-chain-containing compounds and have both solid as well liquid properties.
Plastic is also a polymer and it is very harmful to our ecosystem.
Some well-known polymers are polyvinyl chloride(PVC), polyethylene, and nylon, and in the processing of these polymers, toxic chemicals are released which is very dangerous for human beings and plants as well.
Hence, liquid polymers are toxic.

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