environmental comsiderations

• What is one environmental issue related to plastics mentioned in the study material?

  Some plastics degrade and emit cancerous material over time
• How long do carbon-based plastics take to degrade?

  Thousands of years
• What is being researched in relation to plastics?

  Biodegradable plastics
• What is required for the manufacture of all polymers?

  Heat
• What must be done to plastics before they can be recycled?

  They must be sorted and washed
• What can plastic be used as in terms of energy?

  Plastic can be incinerated as fuel
• What is a consequence of incinerating plastic?

  Toxic fumes are produced
• What is the difference between thermo and thermosetting plastics?

  Thermo plastics can be remolded, while thermosetting plastics cannot
• What are common uses for acrylic?

  Acrylic is commonly used for signs, displays, and windows
• Why do designers need to consider material disposal when creating their products?

  To minimize environmental impact and ensure sustainability