| Sample | PS-TP-004 |
| Plastic Type | Polystyrene (PS) |
| Molecular Formula | (C8H8)n |
| Color | Transparent |
| Common use | Cap for a plastic container |
| Degradation details | Exposure to environmental conditions such as dust, dirt, temperature variations (without exposure to sun radiation) and to mechanical stress |
| Time of degradation | 2 years |
| Sample description | Rigid plastic, covered with dirt and scratches. The plastic is yellowish due to degradation conditions. |
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| Spectral Data type | Raman |
| Raman spectrum acquisition parameters | Laser wavelength: 785 nm Laser Power: 300 mW (100% of the laser power) Exposure time: 1 s Objective magnification: 20X (NA 0.35) Spectrum range: 765-1600 cm-1 |
