Plastic Waste Classification Reports

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What is the number used to classify plastics that are usually a mixture of different types and not recycled?

7

Which type of plastic is represented by the abbreviation PP and is commonly found in yogurt containers and bottle caps?

Polypropylene

What is the main argument presented in the report by Chelsea Rochman and Mark Anthony Browne?

To classify plastic waste as hazardous in governmental policies.

What is the focus of the report by Jennifer Clapp and Linda Swanston?

The international reduction of plastic bag usage and the effects of implemented policies. Signup and view all the answers

What is analyzed in the 'Plastic Pollution Primer & Action Toolkit' by Muhammad Khoiruman and Aris Tri Haryanto?

Green purchasing power and the Indonesian government's decision to impose a tax on plastic bags. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to refuse disposable plastic items, according to the EARTH DAY NETWORK?

Because they contribute to plastic pollution and harm the planet. Signup and view all the answers

What is a suggested action to reduce plastic consumption mentioned in the EARTH DAY NETWORK's guide?

Refusing disposable plastic items whenever possible. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common practice in restaurants and grocery stores that contributes to plastic pollution?

Providing free disposable plastic items, such as straws and shopping bags. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plastic, commonly used in milk jugs and butter tubs, can be recycled into flower pots and trash cans?

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) Signup and view all the answers

What hazardous component does PVC contain, and what is an alternative material for cooking oil containers to avoid its use?

PVC contains chlorine, and an alternative material could be glass, metal, or another type of safer plastic. Signup and view all the answers

Which plastic, commonly found in grocery bags and bread bags, is not recommended to be put in recycling bins, and what is a better recycling method for it?

Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) should be taken to supermarkets offering plastic bag collecting services. Signup and view all the answers

What hazardous waste can be created from burning polystyrene (PS), and what is a better recycling method for PS products?

Burning PS can release toxic chemicals such as styrene into the environment, and a better recycling method is to send it for specialized recycling. Signup and view all the answers

Which plastic type is suitable for recycling into new sleeping bags and carpet fibers, and what are some common products made from this plastic?

PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) can be found in soft drink bottles and peanut butter jars. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to understand the numbering system on plastic products, and which organization is working to improve this system?

Understanding the numbering system helps consumers know what to recycle, and the Society of The Plastics Industry (SPI) is working to improve this system. Signup and view all the answers

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