The Impacts of Plastic Waste on Segments of Environment and The Appropriate Plastic Waste Management Techniques

Abstract:

Plastics are materials that made from synthetic organic compounds which are widely used in different applications ranging from water bottles, clothing, food packaging, medical supplies, electronic goods, construction materials. Many scholars reported beside of their advantages they have many adverse effects of plastics in environmental segments and human health. The plastic materials as such at normal condition are not having substantial impacts in environment.  The major influence found in plastic, when the wastes are generated and after the disposal of it. This review article covers the impacts of the plastic waster in the environment and the effective management techniques of plastic wastes.