Multiple choice

Plastics and other synthetics do not easily break down, therefore they should be ______.

  1. burned

  2. shipped to the moon

  3. eaten

  4. recycled

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Since plastics are non-biodegradable and persist in the environment for centuries, recycling is the most sustainable way to manage plastic waste and reduce the demand for new petroleum-based production.