Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Polymers (Section 2 - No. 49)

Which of the following is a problem associated with the disposal of plastics?

Most plastics are not biodegradable.

Plastics are heavy

Plastics can be easily recycled.

Plastics may release toxic fumes when burned.

Non-biodegradability and the release of toxic fumes upon burning are key problems associated with plastics.