homogeneous material

A material of uniform composition throughout that cannot be mechanically separated into different materials.

NOTE 1 Examples of “homogeneous materials” are certain types of plastics, ceramics, glass, metals, alloys, paper, board, resins, and coatings.

NOTE 2 Methods of mechanical separation include cutting, crushing, grinding, and abrasive processes.

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