answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

If plastics are not recycled but are dumped on the ground, grazing animals may choke if they swallow shreds of plastic paper. Plastic wrap can also accumulate water during rainy season and that can escalate the breeding of mosquitoes, exposing animals to malaria attacks.

User Avatar

Wiki User

9y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How are animals harmed by not recycling plastics?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Could animals be harmed from not recycling?

Yes animals and plants can be dead if we do not recycle..Keep the world GREEN :)


What is the need for recycling plastics?

It doesn't decompose and just stays in the ocean killing animals.


How the plastics are recycled Does the recycling process have any impact on the environment?

how plastics are recycled?does the recycling have an impact on the environment


How 2 recycle the plastics?

You could get your plastics recycled (eg, plastic bottles) by putting them in the recycling box if you have one. Then your plastics will go to the recycling place!


How can recycling help the ocean?

It keeps harmful materials (ex. plastics) from getting into the ocean, and being eaten by the animals.


What is the solution to stop the usage of plastics?

bio degradble plastics and recycling


Where can you find database for plastics recycling in EU?

European Life cycle database is the database that should be used for plastics recycling in EU. There is also a law for the recycling industry.


What is the purpose of the recycling codes on plastics?

The purpose of having a recycling code on plastics is so that they can be tracked. Different companies want their plastics back to make more bottles for example.


Why are there different recycling numbers?

There are different recycling numbers on different plastics because all plastics are different. Many recycling facilities need to separate these types of plastics because they all melt at different temperatures and can be reused for different things.


Can plastics be put in a recycling bin?

yes


How do you separate plastics?

You can separate plastics by color to make it easier for recycling companies. You can also separate it by the types of plastics.


What plastics are used to make clothing?

waste and recycling