PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PLASTIC BAGS

PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PLASTIC BAGS

PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PLASTIC BAGS

Introduction

The plastic bag is an everyday object used to carry small quantities. They were introduced in 1970; plastic bags quickly became very popular, especially through free distribution to supermarkets and other stores.

Problems related to Plastic Bags

The major problem related to plastic bags is that they are not biodegradable. Plastic does not break down in to the basic elements which made it up.

Plastic in Landfills

Plastic bags have been known to catch birds' necks or wings; it traps them, which frequently results in their deaths.

Plastic in Incinerators

Incineration is means ...