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Plastics and Microplastics: A Reference Handbook(Contemporary World Issues)

Plastics and Microplastics: A Reference Handbook(Contemporary World Issues)

          
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"An excellent starting place for research on plastic and its environmental impact." – CHOICE Plastic plays a vital role in today's world but has become increasingly problematic. This book discusses the history and evolution of plastic, its many uses, and the implications that it has on our health and environment. Beginning with a history of plastic, from the first scientific discovery of the material to its diversity of forms and uses in the present day, this volume delves into the problems and controversies concerning plastic and microplastics, such as the pollution of oceans, rivers, and streams; its exceptionally long shelf life; its contribution to air pollution; and ingestion of microplastics by marine life. The book also discusses both implemented and proposed solutions to problems associated with the manufacture and use of plastics and microplastics. A perspectives chapter provides essays from a variety of voices on the topic. Profiles of key people and organizations, such as Greenpeace, are also included. Additional chapters include data and documents, a chronology, and a comprehensive resource list to assist students in further research.

Table of Contents:
Preface 1. Background and History Introduction Plastics in Daily Life History of Plastics Natural and Synthetic Rubbers Parkisine and Celluloid Bakelite The Modern Age of Plastics Plastic Pollution Microplastics Primary Microplastics Secondary Microplastics Transport of Microplastics Land and Air Deposition Water Deposition References 2. Problems, Controversies, and Solutions Introduction Plastics Production Future Trends in Plastics Production Fossil Fuels and Plastics Production Disposal of Plastic Wastes Dumps and Landfills Incineration The Oceans Environmental Effects of Plastics Soil Entanglement Ingestion Interaction Human Health Solutions Recycling Biodegradable Plastics Zero Waste Circular Economy Public Opinion and Legislation Conclusion References 3. Perspectives Introduction Environmental Education That Empowers Students, Ashlie Arkwright Microplastics and Plankton, Cherilyn Chin Microplastics Are Everywhere: Threatening the Health of the Planet and Future of Humanity, Mark Friedman How to Be More Eco-conscious, Pratibha Gopalakrishna Biological Recycling of Polyethylene Shopping Bags, Joel Grossman Impacts of Plastic on Sea Turtles, Jake Krauss What Is the True Cost of Microplastic Pollution on Our Health?, Kara Rogers Small Town Makes Big Impact, Diana Reynolds Roome Environmental Hazards of Bottled Water, Ellen Rubin The Reckoning, Das Soligo 4. Profiles Alliance to End Plastic Waste Leo Baekeland (1863–1944) Wallace Carothers (1896–1937) The 5 Gyres Institute Greenpeace Walter Lincoln Hawkins (1911–1992) Stephanie Kwolek (1923–2014) Charles J. Moore (Dates Unavailable) Alexander Parkes (1813–1890) Boyan Slat (1994–) Surfrider Foundation 5. Data and Documents Data Table 5.1 Global Production of Plastics, 1950–2015 Table 5.2 Disposal of Plastic Wastes, 1980–2015 (%) Table 5.3 Plastic Use by Sector (million tonnes) (2015) Table 5.4 Per Capita Plastic Waste for Selected Countries, 2010 (kilograms per person per day) Table 5.5 Plastic Production and Disposal in the United States, Selected Years (thousands of tons) Table 5.6 Microplastic Concentration at Various Points in the United States Table 5.7 Fate of All Plastics Produced Worldwide, 1980–2015 Table 5.8 Global Production of Various Types of Plastics for 2015 (millions of tons) Table 5.9 Forms of Polyethylene Documents Marine Plastic Pollution Research and Control Act (1987) Policy Memorandum 11-03 ("Water Bottle Ban") (2011); Discontinuation of Policy (2017) Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015 Effects of Microplastics on Aquatic Organisms (2016) No More Plastics in the Oceans (2017) City of Laredo, Texas, Petitioner, v. Laredo Merchants Association (NO. 16-0748) (2018) Plastic Bag Bill (Connecticut) (2019); Plastic Bag Bill (Idaho) (2016) A Circular Economy for Plastics (2019) Save Our Seas Bill (S.1982) (2019) Plastic or Bioplastic Disposable Food Service Ware (2019) San Antonio Bay Estuarine Waterkeeper and S. Diane Wilson v. Formosa Plastics Corp., Texas, and Formosa Plastics Corp., U.S.A. (2019) Udall-Lowenthal Bill (2020) 6. Resources Books Articles Reports Internet 7. Chronology Glossary Index


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781440875397
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
  • Publisher Imprint: ABC-CLIO
  • Height: 232 mm
  • No of Pages: 328
  • Series Title: Contemporary World Issues
  • Sub Title: A Reference Handbook
  • Width: 156 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1440875391
  • Publisher Date: 19 Jul 2021
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 26 mm
  • Weight: 702 gr


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