Main article: Nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. The nAChRs are ligand-gated ion channels, and, like other members of the cys-loop ligand-gated ion channel superfamily, are composed of five protein subunits symmetrically arranged like staves around a barrel.
Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, otherwise known as ABS plastic, is a lightweight material popularly used in children's toys. There are two types: one suited for extrusion molding and one for injection molding. LEGO blocks are made from ABS plastic because it is so light and durable. Continue Reading.
Biodegradable plastics can be composed of bio-plastics, which are plastics made from renewable raw materials. There are normally two forms of biodegradable plastic, injection molded and solid. The solid forms normally are used for items such as food containers, leaf collection bags, and water bottles.