Pros and Cons of Plastics

1.

Advantages and disadvantages
of Plastics

2.

WHAT ARE PLASTICS?
Plastics are a group of materials,
either synthetic or naturally
occurring, that may be shaped
when soft and then hardened to
retain the given shape.

3.

Pros and Cons Of Using Plastics
Pros:
Versatility – универсальность.
Plastics can be molded almost any
shape, allowing them to be used in
wide variety of products, from
household items to medical devices.

4.

Durability –прочность.
Plastics are strong and can withstand
wear and tear, making them suitable
for a wide range of applications, from
packaging to construction.

5.

Lightweight – легкий.
Plastics are much lighter than
materials like metal or glass, which
makes them ideal for transportation
and packaging, helping reduce
shipping
costs
and
fuel
consumption.

6.

Cost-Effective – выгодный, рентабельный.
Plastics are generally cheaper to produce
than other materials, making them accessible
for consumers and manufactures alike.

7.

Cons of Plastics
Environmental Pollution:
Plastics take hundreds of years to
decompose, contributing significantly
to land and ocean pollution and harming
ecosystems.

8.

Harm to Wildlife:
Animals can mistake plastics for food,
leading to ingestion and entanglement,
which often result in injury or death.
Ingestion – поглощение, глотание
Entanglement – запутывание
Injury – травма

9.

Non-Biodegradability:
Most plastics do not decompose naturally,
which means they accumulate in landfills
and the environment, leading to long-term
waste management issues.
Decompose – разлагаться
Accumulate – накапливать
Landfills – свалка

10.

In conclusion
Plastic pollution is a global problem that affects our natural
world and its biodiversity. It impacts our environment,
health, food security, and economies.
We can combat plastic pollution through:
-Designing and using plastic products that can be more easily
and more efficiently reused or recycled;
-Implementing policies that reduce demand for certain plastic
products etc.

11.

Home task:
Answer these questions about plastic pollution:
1. Why does plastic take so long to decompose?
2. What are microplastics, and how do they end up
in our food and water?
3. List three ways you can reduce plastic use at home
or school.
4. Explain why recycling is important, but also why
it isn’t the only solution.