The Battle to Break Plastic's Bonds

[Alessandra Figliuzzi]

This article talks about developing a chemical technique which breaks down the bonds that make polyethylene- a common plastic. The technique from this article could be very useful as continuous use of plastics like polyethylene are harming our ecosystems. The process would break the polyethylene down into a liquid oil substance, which could potentially be used as a resource for cars and other things. The question this article asks is how can plastic waste be made into something useful and more valuable. Plastics take very long to degrade, meaning that if this process were to work, it could be very useful in helping the environment. Eventually, we can hopefully make good of all this plastic waste. https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-50143451