Question

Explain why plastic containers are favourite for storing food​

Answer 1

Plastic containers are favourable for storing food because it is air tight and it does not allow air to come in and decay the food. Plastic containers are also light weight and portable.

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Answer 2

Explanation:

Plastic containers release small chemicals into stored foods and liquids. Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical commonly used to make clear, tough plastic bottles and food can liners, can leach, or migrate, from baby bottles and waters bottles into the liquid and then enter the bloodstream.

Plastic containers are favoured for storing food because:

(a) The plastics do not react with the food stored in them.

(b)The plastics are light weight and are strong.

But, some time it is harmful for health:-

For example, almost all plastics contain toxic chemicals that have a negative effect on immunity and hormone regulation, both of which directly affect fertility. Specifically, BPA has been found to make it more difficult for women to conceive and to cause increased risk of miscarriages.