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plastic do not degrade. If we bury plastic for years it will remain underground damaging under ground life.
Actually, synthetic plastics DO degrade, they just do so very slowly. They do not "damage underground life", they simply take up valuable space in landfill sites because they take so long to degrade.
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What are the harmful effects of plastics on plants and animals?
harmful effects of polythene on animals
1 How can you help plastics be less harmful to the enivirement?
Recycle the plastic
What happens to plastics when burnt?
When plastics are burnt, they release toxic fumes and chemicals into the air, such as dioxins and furans, which are harmful to both human health and the environment. Burning plastics also contribute to air pollution and climate change by releasing greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide. It is not recommended to burn plastics due to these harmful effects.
Is it harmful to eat styrofoam?
You should not eat plastics- including expanded polystyrene (styrafoam)
Types of plastics which are harmful to the environment?
jom jim kim is the three types of plastic
What are the safest plastics for everyday use?
The safest plastics for everyday use are typically labeled with recycling codes 2, 4, and 5, which correspond to HDPE, LDPE, and PP plastics. These plastics are considered safe for food and beverage storage as they are less likely to leach harmful chemicals.
Why should you ban harmful plastics in food and drink containers?
Banning harmful plastics, such as Bisphenol A, from food and drink containers is important. Bisphenol A has been proven to cause cancer. When food is heated in plastic containers the plastics heat up as well and leach into the food. Plastic leaching also happens when water bottles warm in the sun.
In what two ways does population affect a state?
leaving the waste and harmful products into the river's and sea.burning plastics and tyres.
Why are plastics harmful to environment?
Because there un natural, non biodegradable and just generally alien if you like to the planet?,
What kind of plastics are used in microwave?
Microwavable plastics typically include polypropylene (PP), which has a high melting point and is resistant to heat, and polyethylene (PE), specifically low-density polyethylene (LDPE) for some containers. These plastics are designed to withstand microwave temperatures without melting or releasing harmful chemicals. It's important to check for microwave-safe labels on containers, as not all plastics are suitable for microwave use. Avoid using plastics like polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polystyrene (PS) in the microwave, as they can warp or leach harmful substances.
Why is it that reusing plastics can save the mother earth?
Reusing plastics can save the earth because the manufacturing of plastic is very hazardous to us. If we reuse it, then the manufacturing will be less and hence, the emission of harmful substances will be reduced.
Are plastics important for all living organisms on the Earth?
No, actually plastics are harmful to most living organisms on earth, including humans (depending upon the plastic). Plastics are a very recent invention of humans, and outside of human convenience are not needed in any way, shape or form.
