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Garbage In, Garbage Out — Science STD 6 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6ScienceGarbage In, Garbage Out5 Marks
Question
Why should we not burn plastic items?
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Answer

We should not burn plastic items because:
  1. They do not burn easily.
  2. They produce toxic gases when burnt and left over ashes are also toxic.
  3. They add to soil pollution.
  4. Burnt pieces may be eaten by cows which may choke them to death.
  5. Toxic gases lead to many respiratory diseases.

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