8.5 - Chemistry's Role in Addressing Global Challenges
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What are sustainable polymers?
💡 Hint: Think about materials that decompose naturally.
Name one benefit of advanced batteries.
💡 Hint: Consider efficiency and renewable energy.
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What are sustainable polymers?
💡 Hint: Think of materials that can decompose.
True or False: Advanced batteries are critical for transitioning away from fossil fuels.
💡 Hint: Consider renewable energy sources.
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Design a basic outline for a project that develops biodegradable plastics using renewable materials. What challenges might arise and how would you address them?
💡 Hint: Consider both material properties and environmental effects.
Discuss the ethical implications associated with the use of pesticides. Consider both agricultural benefits and environmental costs.
💡 Hint: Think about the trade-offs between productivity and ecological integrity.
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