Understanding Plastic and Its Impact

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What are synthetic products made from?

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Synthetic products can be made from plant-based resources, animal-based resources, and petroleum-based resources.

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What are examples of fossil fuels?

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Coal and natural gas are examples of fossil fuels.

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What are polymers made up of?

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Polymers are made up of repeating units called monomers.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be remade or regrown.

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What is an example of a natural resource?

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Coal is an example of a natural resource.

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What is plastic primarily made from?

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Plastic is primarily made from petroleum-based resources.

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What is the process of making plastic called?

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The process of making plastic is called polymerization.

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What are the environmental impacts of plastic waste?

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Plastic waste can lead to pollution, harm wildlife, and contribute to climate change.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be remade or regrown, while nonrenewable resources cannot.

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What is a monomer?

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A monomer is a single unit that can join together with other monomers to form a polymer.