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polyethylene terephthalate
/pˌɑːlɪˈɛθɪlˌiːn tˈɛɹɪfθˌæleɪt/
/pˌɒlɪˈɛθɪlˌiːn tˈɛɹɪfθˌaleɪt/
PETPolyethylene terephthalate
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a durable and lightweight plastic widely used for making bottles and food containers due to its strength and recyclability
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Polyethylene terephthalate, commonly known as PET, is widely used in the production of plastic bottles and food packaging due to its durability and clarity.
