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A plastic, 6-pack holder takes a long time to disintegrate - about 450 years. This is much longer than the time required by a disposable diaper, a hard plastic container, or an aluminum can. Paper, books, and cotton fabric disintegrate much faster and more completely.

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What is a landfill lind with?

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Are plastic bags incinerated?

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How long does it take for the average landfill to fill up?

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What are some uses for plastic bottles?

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