Question

What are the problems of plastic pollution?

Answer 1

Plastic pollution can cause pollution in land, waterways and oceans. Almost all plastics are made from chemicals. Most of the plastic waste is not biodegradable, so it can hang around in the environment for hundreds of years and cause pollution.

Plastic pollution is the most widespread problem affecting the marine environment. It also contributes to climate change, coastal tourism, food safety and quality,and human health.