Polyester is a synthetic material used for many different purposes. It is produced from petroleum and natural gas. Producing polyester from these natural resources requires many steps and uses other chemicals that are potentially harmful. Polyester production also requires a lot of energy. Although polyester is not biodegradable, it is easily recyclable. Which statement about synthetic materials is best supported by the example of polyester?
A.
Using synthetic materials has a negative impact on the environment, but using natural materials does not.
B.
Synthetic materials created from petroleum and natural gas are difficult to produce and to recycle.
C.
Materials that are created from natural resources affect the environment more than those that are not.
D.
Producing certain synthetic materials could have a greater environmental impact than disposing of them.