7. Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is one major environmental problem caused by plastics?

   Hint

   Think about how long plastics last.

2. 2.

   What does recycling plastics help to achieve?

   Hint

   Consider the importance of reusing materials.

3. 3.

   What is a key environmental challenge associated with plastics?

   • They are biodegradable
   • They persist in the environment
   • They decompose quickly

   Hint

   Think about how long a plastic item can last in nature.

4. 4.

   Incinerating plastics can release what type of harmful substance?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the relationship between burning and pollution.

5. 5.

   Analyze the impact of leaching from plastics in a specific local water body and propose a solution.

   Hint

   Consider both environmental and community health perspectives.

6. 6.

   Discuss how a region's reliance on plastic can both assist and hinder development.

   Hint

   Evaluate both benefits and drawbacks.