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Questions and Answers
What is one of the main reasons why plastic waste is considered a problem?
What is one of the main reasons why plastic waste is considered a problem?
- It is inexpensive to produce.
- It can enhance the beauty of the environment.
- It looks unattractive. (correct)
- It does not decompose over time.
Plastic waste does not pose any health risks to animals.
Plastic waste does not pose any health risks to animals.
False (B)
What are the 'Three Rs' mentioned as actions individuals can follow to help reduce plastic waste?
What are the 'Three Rs' mentioned as actions individuals can follow to help reduce plastic waste?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Companies could stop using plastic to wrap items and instead use __________ materials.
Companies could stop using plastic to wrap items and instead use __________ materials.
Match the following actions with their corresponding groups responsible for addressing plastic waste:
Match the following actions with their corresponding groups responsible for addressing plastic waste:
How much plastic is estimated to enter the oceans each year?
How much plastic is estimated to enter the oceans each year?
Raising taxes for companies that use a lot of plastic is one of the suggested solutions.
Raising taxes for companies that use a lot of plastic is one of the suggested solutions.
What is one example of reusing plastic products?
What is one example of reusing plastic products?
The collective actions of individuals, businesses, and __________ can lead to solutions for plastic waste.
The collective actions of individuals, businesses, and __________ can lead to solutions for plastic waste.
What solution is suggested for encouraging companies to minimize plastic use?
What solution is suggested for encouraging companies to minimize plastic use?
Study Notes
Plastic Waste Problem
- Eight million tons of plastic enter the oceans annually
- Plastic waste is aesthetically unappealing
- Plastic debris can harm marine life by ingestion and entanglement
Solutions
- Individuals:
- Reduce plastic usage by choosing products with alternative packaging like glass or metal
- Reuse plastic items, such as storing items in large plastic bottles
- Recycle plastic products
- Companies:
- Produce goods using materials other than plastic, like glass or metal
- Minimize plastic packaging for products
- Governments:
- Promote reduced plastic use through incentives for businesses and individuals
- Implement bans on plastic shopping bags and fees for paper bags
- Tax companies that utilize excessive plastic and offer tax breaks for companies using alternative materials
Key Message
- Combating plastic waste requires collaborative efforts from individuals, businesses, and governments to create a more sustainable future.
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Description
Explore the alarming impact of plastic waste on our oceans and marine life. This quiz discusses individual, corporate, and governmental strategies to mitigate plastic usage and promote sustainability. Learn how collective action can help address this pressing environmental concern.
