Plastic Alternatives and Bioplastics

Which of these are a plastic alternative?

• Acrylic

• Nylon

• Wool

• BPA

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Which one(s) of these are bioplastics?

• PHA's

• Vegtable Oils and Fats

• Recycled Food Waste

• Powders and Starches

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

What does PHA stand for?

• Polyhydroxyvalerate

• Polyhydroxalkanoates

• Polyhydroxybutyrate

• Polyester

What is this alternative for plastic wrap?

• Beeswax Wrap

• Silicone Wrap

• Fabric Food Cover

• Parchment

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

______ is most commonly used as a plastic alternative for cutlery

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

Draw what you think the base of PHA bioplastic looks lke

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Which of these is actually the base of a PHA bioplastic?

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Currently __% of plastics are single use

What are the benefits of bioplastics?

• Cheap

• Mostly Recyclable and Compostable

• Land Use

• Non-toxic

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-3

How can bioplastics be harmful to the enviornment?

• Bioplastics often end up in landfills

• Some cannot be recycled

• Chemical Pollution

• Microplastics

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3