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Plastic Modern Material

Ocean Ecosoft

Traduttore A AI

Casa editrice: Publifye

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Plastic: Modern Material explores the complex history and pervasive impact of plastics, from their initial promise as a revolutionary technology to their current status as a major environmental concern. This book traces the evolution of plastic polymers, highlighting how inventions like celluloid and Bakelite led to the mass production of these materials. It examines the ecological consequences of plastic pollution, including the proliferation of microplastics and the challenges of effective recycling, while also detailing how global supply chains and consumer culture contribute to our dependency on this modern material.

 
The book critically assesses the environmental impacts of plastic waste, revealing alarming data on its effects on ecosystems, wildlife, and even human health. Did you know that plastics accumulate in ocean gyres, forming massive floating garbage patches? Or that microplastics are now found in everything from seafood to drinking water?

 
Plastic: Modern Material adopts a holistic approach, blending historical analysis with scientific rigor and policy recommendations. Structured in three parts, the book first covers the history of plastics, then delves into environmental impacts, and finally examines socio-economic aspects of plastic dependency, offering solutions for a more sustainable future.
Disponibile da: 27/02/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 99 pagine.

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