The Origins of Plastics
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September 21, 2015

You don’t need to remember the difference between covalent and ionic bonds to understand the chemistry behind plastics. We’ll simplify it for you.

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The Origins of Plastics

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Laurie N. 2 years ago

Why do they stop giving a choice for plastic bags . just go back to paper or reusable cloth bags?

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Laurie N. 2 years ago

Why don't all state pay for recycling bottles and cans?

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Heather E. 4 years ago

If a plastic is put in curbside bin that is not acceptable, what then happens to it?

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Romaine S. 4 years ago

Can you always reuse plastic, as long as it's the right type? Does anything make plastic not able to be reused for a new product?

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Ruth N. 4 years ago

After watching the slide presentation The Origins of Plastic,I think it would be fun to make new products out of old.

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