1. SYNTHETIC FIBRES AND PLASTICS Ms. ANUPAMA SINGH

2. DISADVANTAGES OF PLASTICSDISADVANTAGES OF PLASTICS

3. Since plastics are non-biodegradable, they cause environmental pollution.Since plastics are non-biodegradable, they cause environmental pollution.

4. During burning of plastics, poisonous fumes are released which pollutes the air.During burning of plastics, poisonous fumes are released which pollutes the air.

5. Stray animals swallow polythene bags from the garbage dump which can choke their respiratory systems.Stray animals swallow polythene bags from the garbage dump which can choke their respiratory systems.

7. Plastic bags clog the drains and pollute water.Plastic bags clog the drains and pollute water.

8. MEASURES TAKEN TO CONTROL POLLUTION DUE TO PLASTICS.MEASURES TAKEN TO CONTROL POLLUTION DUE TO PLASTICS.

9. Avoid use of plastic bags.Avoid use of plastic bags.

10. Use bags made of cotton or jute.Use bags made of cotton or jute.

11. Collect biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste separately.Collect biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste separately.

12. Recycle plastic waste.Recycle plastic waste.

13. Do not throw plastic bags in water bodies or on the road.Do not throw plastic bags in water bodies or on the road.

14. Remember 4R’s:Remember 4R’s: ReduceReduce ReuseReuse RecycleRecycle RecoverRecover