Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a…
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution. Statement-II: Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Solution
Most commercial chewing gums use a synthetic plastic-based gum base (polyisobutylene, polyvinyl acetate etc.), which makes them non-biodegradable litter — a recognised source of environmental pollution.