Chemistry For Changing Times (14th Edition)
Chemistry For Changing Times (14th Edition)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9780321972026
Author: John W. Hill, Terry W. McCreary
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 10, Problem 12RQ

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:Mention the problems that are aroused by discarding the plastics into the environment

Concept Introduction:

Plastic is referred to as a material comprising a varied range of semi-synthetic and synthetic organic compounds. Plastics are malleable and can be easily molded into several solid objects.

Plastics are generally non-destructible and thus, are used as milk containers and drinking cups. At the same time, this property makes plastics a threat for the environment.Plastic pollutes the environment, it accumulates in landfills and toxic gases are released in the environment.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Mention the problems that are aroused by disposing plastic into landfills.

Concept Introduction:

Plastic is referred to as a material comprising a varied range of semi-synthetic and synthetic organic compounds. Plastics are malleable and can be easily molded into several solid objects.

Plastics are generally non-destructible and thus, are used as milk containers and drinking cups. At the same time, this property makes plastics a threat for the environment. Plastic pollutes the environment, it accumulates in landfills and toxic gases are released in the environment.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Mention the problems that are aroused when plastics are disposed by incineration.

Concept Introduction:

Plastic is referred to as a material comprising a varied range of semi-synthetic and synthetic organic compounds. Plastics are malleable and can be easily molded into several solid objects.

Plastics are generally non-destructible and thus, are used as milk containers and drinking cups. At the same time, this property makes plastics a threat for the environment. Plastic pollutes the environment, it accumulates in landfills and toxic gases are released in the environment.

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