Plastics 101 – State of the Planet

Plastics are ubiquitous in today’s world, found in everything from bottles to bags, computers to clothing, and even in extreme environments like Mount Everest and the Mariana Trench. As Earth Day approaches with a call for a 60% reduction in plastic production by 2040, it’s a good time to test your knowledge about this versatile material. Take our quiz below to see how much you know about the “Material of a Thousand Uses.” From the composition of polymers to the development of the first synthetic plastic, explore the world of plastics and their impact on the environment.