Question

paragraph on PLASTIC WASTE IN ENVRIOMENTAL POLLUTION

Answer 1

Plastic pollution is caused due to the accumulation of the waste plastic material in the environment. Plastic is a non bio-degradable substance. It doesn’t get disposed off in the soil or water and its effect is worse when burnt. It is thus a challenge to dispose it off. It remains in the environment for hundreds of years and causes air, water and land pollution. It is hazardous for the humans, animals as well as the plants. Several animals, birds and marine creatures die due to plastic pollution each year.

Plastic plates, bags, spoons, glasses and other material are readily available in the market. These are economical and easy to use. People prefer using these use-and-throw utensils during gatherings and parties as it shuns the hassle of clearing and cleaning the utensils later. All they need to do is to gather these and throw them away. However, little do they realize that this waste is not disposed off so easily. It continues to remain in the environment and harm us adversely.

Not just plastic utensils and carry bags, furniture and various other things made out of plastic are also used extensively world over. It is high time we must realize the harmful effects of plastic pollution and contribute our bit towards bringing it down.

Answer 2

Plastic pollution occurs when enough plastic has gathered in an area that it affects the natural environment and harms plants, animals, or humans. Plastic has toxic pollutants that damage the environment and cause land, water, and air pollution.

Burning of plastic in the open air, leads to environmental pollution due to the release of poisonous chemicals. The polluted air when inhaled by humans and animals affect their health and can cause respiratory problems.

8 ways to reduce your plastic use

1. Carry a reusable bottle. In the UK we use over 35 million plastic bottles every day! ...
2. Say no to plastic straws. Plastic straws are bad news for our oceans. ...
3. Avoid excessive food packaging. ...
4. Use refill stations for detergents. ...
5. Say no to disposable cutlery. ...
6. Get your milk delivered. ...
7. Avoid microbeads. ...
8. Carry a shopping bag.