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Plastic is made from oil and cardboard is made from paper. Oil goes through a series of chemical changes to be formed into various types of plastic. Cardboard is made from the pulping of wood chips into a strong paper. This paper is then layered, crimped, and glued.

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Why does paper and cardboard decompose faster than plastic and glass?

Paper and cardboard are organic materials made from plant fibers, so they are biodegradable and break down naturally with the help of microorganisms. Plastic and glass, on the other hand, are synthetic materials that are not easily broken down by biological processes, leading to their slower decomposition rates.


Does glass plastic or cardboard uses less resources?

Cardboard is far worse for the environment than most plastic boxes. Cardboard can only be recycled for one thing and one thing only - newspaper. Newspaper can not be recycled therefore goes into the ground with all of its poisonous inks. Plastic boxes, on the other hand, go into the same blue bin, can be recycled over and over for any use from medicine to food to industrial needs. It also outlasts cardboard at least 50 times. For example, most grocery stores benefit from having plastic containers versus cardboard ones and much less impact on the environment. However, not all plastic is good. PVC is bad for the environment and your health. Polypropylene, on the other hand, is the best alternative. PP is the best choice for most consumers and businesses.


Does cardboard absorb oxygen?

No, cardboard does not absorb oxygen. Cardboard is made from cellulose fibers and does not have the ability to absorb gases like oxygen.


Does cardboard absorb water?

Yes, cardboard can absorb water because it is made of paper fibers which have the ability to soak up liquids. If exposed to water for a prolonged period, cardboard can become soggy and lose its structural integrity.


How is a manet affected if there is cardboard plastic or glass in between it?

If there is cardboard, plastic, or glass placed in between a manet (magnetic node) and a device, it can affect the strength and efficiency of the connection. Metal objects can interfere with magnetic fields, potentially weakening the signal or causing disruptions in data transfer. It's best to have a clear path between the manet and the device for optimal performance.

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