Composition, Application and The Impact of Additional Plastics or Polymers

Abstract

Plastic pollution is prevalent in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Plastic waste in the environment causes problems and is a major concern for all life forms. Plastic production and accumulation in the natural environment are at an all-time high due to indiscriminate use, insufficient recycling, and landfill deposits. Plastics, also known as addition polymers, are one of the most widely used materials in modern society. They are adaptable, long-lasting, and can be shaped into any shape or form. Polymerization of monomer molecules results in the formation of addition polymers. The composition, use, and effects of addition polymers or plastics will be discussed in this article.