Why Can't We Quit Plastics?

Why Can't We Quit Plastics?

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The video discusses the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, highlighting the massive production and consumption of plastics since 2000. It traces the history of plastic development, its benefits, and the environmental challenges it poses. The video emphasizes the difficulty in managing plastic waste and the global efforts to combat pollution through initiatives like the plastic pact and circular economy. Despite the challenges, plastic remains a crucial material due to its versatility and low carbon footprint.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much plastic waste was produced globally by 2015?

12 billion tons

10 billion tons

8 billion tons

5 billion tons

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the first synthetic plastic created by John Wesley Hyatt?

Polyethylene

Nylon

Celluloid

Bakelite

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which decade saw the introduction of single-use plastic products like disposable silverware?

1970s

1960s

1980s

1950s

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major reason for the widespread use of plastics according to experts?

Biodegradability

Aesthetic appeal

Low production cost

High durability

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge in managing plastic waste?

Lack of recycling technology

High cost of recycling

Inability to manage waste effectively

Insufficient raw materials

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of people in a survey wanted to ban single-use plastics?

60%

71%

80%

50%

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the goal of the plastic pact joined by the US and other countries?

Increase plastic production

Create a circular economy

Ban all plastic products

Promote single-use plastics