Paper cup

Plain paper cup.
Insulated paper cup for hot drinks, cut away to show air layer.

A paper cup is a disposable cup made out of paper and often lined or coated with plastic[1][2] or wax to prevent liquid from leaking out or soaking through the paper.[3][4] It may be made of recycled paper.[5]

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  3. ^ Kennedy, Garry: Dixie Cup entry, Apollo Glossary, NASA. Retrieved 2012-02-06.
  4. ^ "Paper Products & Dispensers". Toiletpaperworld.com. Archived from the original on 2013-02-04. Retrieved 2007-06-09.
  5. ^ Raloff, Janet (2006-02-11). "Wind Makes Food Retailers Greener". Science News.