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 The impact of plastic waste on the environment and health

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Hello friends,

You know that not only the environment but also the impact of plastic waste can affect health conditions. This needs to be considered because human life cannot be separated from the use of plastic in it. Therefore we need the right way to reduce the destructive impact caused by plastic waste.

Plastic materials can be easily found in various products, ranging from food and beverage packaging, and shopping bags, to household appliances. When they are no longer used, these plastic products can accumulate and become trash everywhere.

Research reveals that the use of plastic and plastic waste is increasing every year. There is research that states that Indonesia is one of the largest plastic waste-producing countries in the world.

The process of decomposing plastic waste takes a much longer approach because it requires the help of UV radiation. The decomposition of plastic waste can take up to 20–500 years. If not decomposed properly, the plastic decomposition process produces small particles or microplastics, chemical compounds, and heavy metals that are more dangerous and toxic. Therefore, steps are needed to reduce the impact of plastic waste that can occur. The Impact of Plastic Waste on the Environment

Plastic waste that is disposed of carelessly has the potential to damage and pollute the environment. Plastic waste is also one of the biggest sources of environmental pollution worldwide. If left unchecked, the impact of plastic waste can be dangerous for ecosystems and survival on Earth.

The following are some of the effects:

1. Water pollution Plastic waste, whether its form is still intact or has been destroyed into small particles, can cause water pollution. Because plastic carries chemicals, which can contaminate water and poison and damage the habitats of living things that live around it.

2. Soil pollution Microplastic particles, heavy metals, and chemicals resulting from the plastic decomposition process can enter the soil layer and stick to the plants embedded in it, such as vegetables and fruits. When these vegetables and fruits are consumed by humans, the risk of various types of diseases can also increase. Contamination of plastic waste can also make soil conditions infertile.

3. Air Pollution The process of burning plastic waste that is done openly can result in air pollution. This is caused by the presence of microplastic particles, heavy metals such as cadmium and lead, as well as polychlorinated biphenyls that are released and pollute the air. In addition to the various pollution above, the problem of plastic waste also often exacerbates global warming and climate change around the world.

4. Impact of Plastic Waste on Human Health Not only hurts the environment, but various chemical compounds contained in the plastic waste can also cause various health problems, such as:

•  Cancer This plastic waste can produce carcinogenic substances that can trigger cancer, such as lung cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Various toxic chemicals derived from plastics can enter the human body through the air, food, and drinks contaminated with plastic waste. Organ damage
• Fetal and child growth disorders Exposure to toxic substances from plastic waste can also be dangerous for pregnant women who are too often exposed to chemical compounds from plastic waste and are also at high risk of miscarriage, premature birth, or congenital disease in the fetus. Several studies have shown that exposure to waste and toxic substances can increase the risk of developing developmental disorders in fetuses and children

How to Reduce the Impact of Plastic Waste To prevent and reduce the production of plastic waste, you can try to apply the following tips:

1. Use eating and drinking utensils made of other materials, such as glass or ceramics.

2. Reduce consumption or use of plastic drinking bottles, including buying packaged drinks. Instead, you can bring your water bottle to bring drinking water.

3. Use stainless steel or paper straws that are more environmentally friendly. Choose packaged products or eating and drinking utensils made of biodegradable plastic or labeled as biodegradable and do not contain bisphenol A or BPA. Bring and use your shopping bags when shopping to reduce the use of plastic bags.

By applying the various tips above, you are participating in reducing the impact of plastic waste, so that environmental sustainability can be maintained and you will also avoid health problems that can occur.