Q. With reference to the plastic pellets, consider the following statements:
1.They are also known as ‘nurdles’.
2.They can be made from polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and polyvinyl chloride.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Both Statements are correct
Statement 1 is correct: When in the form of microplastics, these pellets are commonly referred to as ‘nurdles’.
Statement 2 is correct: They are mainly composed of polyethene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and polyvinyl chloride.
- However, they can also be made from various other types of plastics and synthetic resins.
Source: DTE
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