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Please list 6 advantages and disadvantages of plastics in the home?

Simon W by Simon W
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Advantages:
1. Durable
2. Strong
3. Low cost
4. Water and chemical resistant
5. Light
6. Cheap

Disadvantages:
1. nonrenewable source
2. Contributes greatly to pollution in the oceans
3. Plastic bags can suffocate
4. All plastics are petroleum based products. i.e. they come from oil
5. Produces a highly toxic fume when burnt
6. Most plastics end up in landfill or marine sources
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  • Melissa Swan by Melissa Swan
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    plastic off gases and is bad for your health
    bad for the environment

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    its easy to make any shape out of
    its waterproof
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