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Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene or UHMWPE is a subset of the thermoplastic polyethylene which and large molecular weight. It is a very tough material, with the highest impact strength of any thermoplastic presently made.
This substance is used in making components of prosthesis for joint replacement.
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