Synthetic Materials

What are synthetic materials?

• Natural substances found in nature.

• Man-made substances created through chemical processes, often designed to mimic natural materials.

• Materials that are exclusively derived from plants and animals.

• Substances that occur naturally without human intervention.

What is the purpose of creating biodegradable plastics?

• To increase plastic production

• To reduce environmental impact and pollution

• To make plastics more durable

• To lower manufacturing costs

Give an example of a synthetic material found in everyday items.

• Wood

• Plastic

• Cotton

• Leather

What is the main difference between synthetic and natural materials?

• Synthetic materials are derived from nature, while natural materials are man-made.

• Synthetic materials are man-made, while natural materials are derived from nature.

• Synthetic materials are always more durable than natural materials.

• Natural materials are always cheaper than synthetic materials.

Name a synthetic material that is used in packaging.

• Glass

• Plastic

• Wood

• Paper

What is a common misconception about synthetic materials?

• All synthetic materials are harmful; however, many are designed to be safe and beneficial.

• Synthetic materials are always more durable than natural materials.

• Synthetic materials are always cheaper than natural materials.

• All synthetic materials are environmentally friendly.

What is the environmental concern related to synthetic materials?

• They are biodegradable and decompose quickly.

• They can take hundreds of years to decompose, leading to pollution.

• They are made from renewable resources.

• They are always recyclable.

Who creates synthetic materials?

• Animals

• Nature

• Humans

• Machines

What is an example of a synthetic material used in clothing?

• Cotton

• Wool

• Polyester

• Silk

What happens to atoms during a chemical reaction?

• Atoms are created and destroyed.

• Atoms are rearranged.

• Atoms remain unchanged.

• Atoms are transformed into energy.