Councils are testing whether recycled plastic pellets can be used to strengthen road asphalt

Councils are testing whether recycled plastic pellets can be used to strengthen road asphalt

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The video discusses the innovative use of plastic waste in road construction. Plastic pellets from discarded bottles and bands are mixed into asphalt, creating a more durable road surface. This method is being tested in several council areas as a sustainable alternative to traditional materials. While promising, the environmental impact and recyclability of these roads remain under evaluation. The process uses recycled materials, potentially reducing reliance on oil by-products and saving costs in the long term.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary material used in the new road surface discussed in the video?

Glass shards

Wood chips

Plastic pellets

Metal scraps

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which areas are testing the new road surface made from recycled plastics?

Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen

Bristol, Bath, and York

Cumbria, Enfield, and Dumfries and Galloway

London, Manchester, and Liverpool

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the expected benefits of using recycled plastic in road construction?

Longer-lasting road surfaces

Higher construction costs

Increased road noise

More frequent repairs

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a concern mentioned about the use of recycled plastics in roads?

The color of the road surface

The recyclability of the roads at the end of their life

The speed limit on these roads

The weight limit for vehicles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many plastic bottles are estimated to be used per square meter of the new road surface?

100 bottles

50 bottles

25 bottles

10 bottles