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What is the primary material shaping daily living since the 1990s?
What is the primary material shaping daily living since the 1990s?
- Wood
- Glass
- Plastics (correct)
- Metals
Which decade saw the beginning of organized environmental movements focusing on global issues?
Which decade saw the beginning of organized environmental movements focusing on global issues?
- 1960s
- 1970s
- 1990s
- 1980s (correct)
What event is celebrated annually on April 22 to support environmental protection?
What event is celebrated annually on April 22 to support environmental protection?
- Nature Awareness Day
- World Health Day
- Global Recycling Day
- Earth Day (correct)
In what year did the three recycling plastic arrows begin to appear?
In what year did the three recycling plastic arrows begin to appear?
What is one major argument against environmental globalization from developing countries?
What is one major argument against environmental globalization from developing countries?
Environmental globalization began to gain momentum primarily in which part of the 20th century?
Environmental globalization began to gain momentum primarily in which part of the 20th century?
Which technology is mentioned as being made from plastics in the field of medicine?
Which technology is mentioned as being made from plastics in the field of medicine?
Which of the following is NOT a reason developing countries generally oppose environmental globalization?
Which of the following is NOT a reason developing countries generally oppose environmental globalization?
What was a primary reason for the increased production of plastics during World War II?
What was a primary reason for the increased production of plastics during World War II?
What period is referred to as the Plastic Revolution?
What period is referred to as the Plastic Revolution?
What was one of the consequences of the invention of PET soda bottles in the 1970s?
What was one of the consequences of the invention of PET soda bottles in the 1970s?
Why did the demand for plastics surge during the 1940s?
Why did the demand for plastics surge during the 1940s?
Which statement best describes the environmental impact of plastics mentioned in the content?
Which statement best describes the environmental impact of plastics mentioned in the content?
How much did global plastic production increase from 1950 to the 1970s according to the information provided?
How much did global plastic production increase from 1950 to the 1970s according to the information provided?
What percentage of Americans relied on condoms for birth control between 1955 and 1965?
What percentage of Americans relied on condoms for birth control between 1955 and 1965?
What is a notable feature of the environmental impact of plastic bottles as mentioned?
What is a notable feature of the environmental impact of plastic bottles as mentioned?
How does environmental globalization primarily differ from economic globalization?
How does environmental globalization primarily differ from economic globalization?
What was the impact of Earth Hour as discussed in the content?
What was the impact of Earth Hour as discussed in the content?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an advantage of recycling?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an advantage of recycling?
What percentage of plastics thrown globally is estimated to be recycled?
What percentage of plastics thrown globally is estimated to be recycled?
What key issue is raised regarding globalization by the content?
What key issue is raised regarding globalization by the content?
How much energy is saved when making plastics from recycled materials compared to raw materials?
How much energy is saved when making plastics from recycled materials compared to raw materials?
What does the content suggest about plastic in modern society?
What does the content suggest about plastic in modern society?
Which of the following statements about globalization is true based on the content?
Which of the following statements about globalization is true based on the content?
What is a direct consequence of increased consumption due to globalization?
What is a direct consequence of increased consumption due to globalization?
How has globalization altered the food production process?
How has globalization altered the food production process?
What is one of the significant environmental consequences of transportation related to globalization?
What is one of the significant environmental consequences of transportation related to globalization?
Which of the following statements about plastic pollution is correct?
Which of the following statements about plastic pollution is correct?
What is a major threat to marine life as a result of plastic pollution?
What is a major threat to marine life as a result of plastic pollution?
Which of the following is a consequence of industrial waste generated from production?
Which of the following is a consequence of industrial waste generated from production?
What environmental issue arises from the encroachment of vast lands?
What environmental issue arises from the encroachment of vast lands?
What is predicted to happen by 2050 if plastic consumption is not reduced?
What is predicted to happen by 2050 if plastic consumption is not reduced?
What is one potential negative impact of globalization related to eco-friendly products?
What is one potential negative impact of globalization related to eco-friendly products?
How is globalization believed to affect emissions relative to GDP in developing countries?
How is globalization believed to affect emissions relative to GDP in developing countries?
What has globalization facilitated concerning technology and environmental impacts?
What has globalization facilitated concerning technology and environmental impacts?
What is a benefit of specialization in a globalized economy?
What is a benefit of specialization in a globalized economy?
Which of the following describes a positive aspect of globalization regarding public awareness?
Which of the following describes a positive aspect of globalization regarding public awareness?
What substance has been found in human waste according to research?
What substance has been found in human waste according to research?
What is estimated regarding plastic consumption in humans?
What is estimated regarding plastic consumption in humans?
What ongoing research is mentioned regarding plastic waste?
What ongoing research is mentioned regarding plastic waste?
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Study Notes
The History of Plastics
- The Second World War spurred technological advancement in plastic production.
- Plastic was used as a substitute for traditional manufacturing materials like metal, steel, and copper.
- The plastic revolution in the 1940s and 1950s saw mass production of plastics and plastic goods.
- The invention of the PET soda bottle in the 1970s revolutionized packaging.
- The environmental impact of plastics became apparent in the 1980s.
Environmental Globalization
- Defined as internationally coordinated practices and regulations regarding environmental protection.
- Began gaining traction in the latter half of the 20th century.
- Is supported by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and developed countries.
- Often faces opposition from developing countries who see environmental initiatives as hindering their economic growth.
Key Environmental Globalization Movements
- Earth Day: Annually celebrated on April 22nd to promote environmental protection.
- Recycling: Promoted to address the growing plastic problem, with recycling symbols introduced in 1988.
Environmental Globalization vs. Economic Globalization
- Acts in direct opposition to economic globalization, which prioritizes trade.
- Environmental globalization advocates for pro-environment initiatives that may hinder trade.
- Environmental activists often challenge economic globalization while promoting environmental globalization.
Environmental Impacts of Globalization
- Plastic Pollution: 322 million tons of plastic are produced annually, with an estimated 7.8 billion tons of plastic waste accumulated by 2015.
- Marine Pollution: 8-12 million tons of plastic are dumped into the sea each year.
- Ocean Garbage Patches: Five large garbage patches have formed in the oceans due to tides and currents.
- Microplastics: Research has shown that microplastics are present in human waste.
Positive Environmental Impacts of Globalization
- Reduced Emissions: Imports from environmentally-efficient countries can lower emissions per GDP.
- Green Technologies: Transfer of clean technologies from developed to developing countries.
- Knowledge Transfer: Sharing of knowledge and information on safety and waste disposal.
- Resource Allocation: Specialization in sectors with comparative advantages leads to more efficient use of resources.
- Increased Awareness: Increased public awareness of environmental issues leads to a shift towards eco-friendly production and consumer preferences.
Solutions for Plastic Pollution
- Ongoing research to develop enzymes that break down plastics.
- Ongoing research using algae to develop biodegradable plastics.
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