2.4.11 Sustainability Flashcards
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Why is using plant-based products carbon neutral?
A
The amount of CO2 released into the atmosphere is the same as what the atmosphere loses, annually
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Why is the use of oil-based plastics and fuels not sustainable?
A
- burning oil-based fossil fuels releases CO2 into the atmosphere
- oil reserves will eventually run out
- plastics generate non-biodegradable waste
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How are plant-based plastic bags more sustainable that paper bags?
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It remains intact when wet, it is light, and it is biodegradable
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What is a major reason as to why plant-based fuels aren’t yet sustainable?
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There isn’t enough room to grow all the extra crops needed to completely convert to biodiesel
