How is plastic damaging the environment?
I can describe the environmental impacts of plastic pollution and the challenges in reducing plastic use and propose strategies to reduce plastic waste.
- Year 8
How is plastic damaging the environment?
I can describe the environmental impacts of plastic pollution and the challenges in reducing plastic use and propose strategies to reduce plastic waste.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Plastic pollution harms ecosystems, oceans, and wildlife by causing ingestion and entanglement.
- It can take thousands of years for plastic to break down and so it accumulates in landfills and natural environments.
- The convenience, affordability, and durability of plastic make it difficult to replace.
- Strategies to reduce plastic waste include recycling, cutting single-use plastic and policy change.
Keywords
Plastic - an artificial material mostly made from oil or natural gas which can be moulded and shaped
Pollution - when harmful substances or waste are released into the environment, causing damage to nature and living creatures
Recycling - the process of collecting and turning used materials into new products
Sustainable - using resources and making choices in a way that does not harm the environment
Common misconception
There are no alternatives to plastic.
There are lots of alternatives to plastic that are easier to break down or recycle and therefore have less of an environmental impact, for example, glass and metal.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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