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But if you have ever chewed on a piece of gum, you may be super curious about what goes into it and specifically where it comes from. Well, here is Sanxi to tell you all the interesting information about gum! Let's jump into the science of gum from chicle to synthetic materials. We’re going to consider the pros and cons of both natural and synthetic gum, and how gum can be made planet-friendly. Let’s dive in!

Gum happens to be a type of polymer, which is a kind of material. A polymer is basically a long, chain of tiny parts, known as molecules. These are then linked together, making polymers very strong and useful. Some median examples of items we come across are in plastic products and containers, in glue (which may be used for crafts) and in our clothes! Gum material is still different than other polymers since they are justice made for holding or sticking and xylitol gums are made for chewing.

From Chicle to Synthetic Polymers

There is quite a history behind gum! It has changed a lot over the years. In the really distant past, gum was made from the sap of the sapodilla tree. This tree is found in Central America and its sap is known as chicle. Chicle is a natural ingredient that is still used in select traditional flavors of gum, like those that you can find today.

Today most gum is created from synthetic polymers. These synthetic materials are developed in laboratories, meaning they are designed by scientists who can manipulate how they are produced. This is to switch the texture and flavors of the gum so it is enjoyable. And the synthetic materials also tend to be less expensive and easier to produce than chicle, which makes gum more affordable for consumers overall.

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