<!-- Code by F’in sweet Webflow Hacks -->
<script>
// on DOM ready
document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function(){
  //set your formatting options
  
  //Version 1 output = "16:09:19"
  const timeVersion1 = {
    timeZone:"Europe/Berlin", //use any time zone in the TZ database name column https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_tz_database_time_zones
    hour12 : false,
    hour:  "2-digit",
    minute: "2-digit",
    second: "2-digit"
  }

  
  // Update the text content of our text elements with the formatted time 
  document.querySelector('.hack23-time-version1').textContent = new Date().toLocaleTimeString('en-US', timeVersion1);
  document.querySelector('.hack23-time-version2').textContent = new Date().toLocaleTimeString('en-US', timeVersion2);
});

/* 
the Mozilla docs are the most full and complete source for
customization options for .toLocaleTimeString()

https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript/Reference/Global_Objects/Date/toLocaleTimeString
*/
</script>

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Biodegradable

Did you know the property of biodegradation does not depend on the resources a material is made of but is rather linked to its chemical structure?

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Biodegradation Overview

Biodegradation is the breakdown of materials into environmentally safe products like water, carbon dioxide, and biomass, facilitated by naturally occurring microorganisms under typical environmental conditions. This process hinges primarily on the chemical structure of the material, rather than the source of its components.

Material Composition

Despite common assumptions, biodegradability is not necessarily linked to whether a material is bio-based or fossil-based. Surprisingly, 100% bio-based plastics might not be biodegradable, whereas some plastics made entirely from fossil-based sources can be.

Environmental Significance

The capacity for a material to biodegrade is crucial in reducing environmental impact, as it determines how long discarded items linger in ecosystems. Promoting materials with biodegradable properties helps lessen long-term pollution and supports a more sustainable material lifecycle.

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Understanding that biodegradation depends on chemical structure rather than material origin dispels misconceptions and guides better environmental practices. This knowledge is essential for developing new materials that are both effective in their use and capable of breaking down safely post-consumption.

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