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Consider the following

Q. Consider the following:

I. Cigarette butts
II. Eyeglass lenses
III. Car tyres

How many of them contain plastic?

(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All the three
(d) None

4. निम्नलिखित पर विचार कीजिए:

I. धूम्रपान के बाद सिगरेट के बचे हुए टुकड़े
II. चश्मे के लेंस
III. कार के टायर

उपर्युक्त में से कितनों में प्लास्टिक होता है?

(a) केवल एक
(b) केवल दो
(c) सभी तीन
(d) कोई नहीं

Answer: (c) All the three

Explanation: All three contain plastic.

  • Cigarette butts contain plastic. They are made from cellulose acetate, a type of plastic.
  • Many eyeglass lenses are made from plastic. They are a common choice for eyeglasses, especially for those who want colored lenses or need lightweight, durable options.
  • Car tires contain plastic. Specifically, they are made of both natural and synthetic rubbers, with synthetic rubber being a plastic polymer.

Source:
https://exposetobacco.org/resource/cigarette-filters-plastic/
https://www.warbyparker.com/learn/polycarbonate-lenses
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/tires-unseen-plastic-polluter