The impact on the environment from the production and use of materials

Question 1

where do the object that we use mainly come from

Answer 1

mining or manufacturing

Question 2

what often happens when we manufacture something

Answer 2

we cause pollution

Question 3

how does mining effect the environment

Answer 3

it use allot of energy that can inflict damage upon the environment

Question 4

what are the advantages and the disadvantages of plastic

Answer 4

advantages - it is: strong/durable, lightweight, cheap/inexpensive, resistant to sunlight, chemicals an bacteria, good heat insulation and replaces natural products (ivory and wood)
disadvantages - pollutes environment (doesn’t degrade for a long time), comes from fossil fuels, pollutes underground water, lead to natural disasters (oil spills), harmful effect on wildlife (swallow etc.) and contains harmful chemicals