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What are some pros and cons about plastic?

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Answered by jaisika16
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Advantages of plastic include durability and cost. Disadvantages include longevity, plastic's ability to absorb flavors, and its environmental impact. Plastic containers, such as water bottles, are durable but can also hold smells.

Answered by yusra810
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Pros of plastic:

  • Some plastics have a long lifespan.
  • Plastic takes up less space in landfills.
  • Doesn't emit methane while breaking down.
  • Plastic is one of the most energy dense material to burn/incinerate.
  • Plastic is several ways more sustainable than paper.
  • Chemical makeup and properties can be modified to suite use.
  • Is worth a lot to the economy and employs a lot of people.
  • Affordable material.
  • etc.....

Cons of plastic:

  • Plastic comes from a nonrenewable resource.
  • One of the most common debris/waste found in the ocean.
  • Ocean plastic pollution is a major problem.
  • Plastic pollution costs money to address and clean up.
  • Plastic pollution can lead to other economical losses.
  • Plastic can cause human health cancers.
  • Has a low recycling rate in some countries.
  • Plastic can't be recycled infinitely.
  • etc....

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