Which of these sources is most likely to be credible when it comes to information on the advantages and disadvantages of using plastics?

disadvantages

1.when plastics are burned,they produce toxic gases and smoke

2. most plastic wastes littering the roadsides cause disease causing microorganisms.

3. plastics dumped in water bodies pose a threat to aquatic life.

4. the toxic substances present in plastics which are dumped in water bodies can cause reproductive failure in aquatic organisms.

5. plastics prevent the rainwater from seeping into the ground.

6.dumping of plastics in the ground affects the plants growing in the area as they dont get enough water from the soil.

advantages

1. plastics are poor conductors of heat which makes them suitable for making handles of cooking vessels.

2. plastics are poor conductors of electricity .so they are used in electrical appliances

3. they are insoluble in water.

4. they do not corrode or rust.

there are conflicting perceptions. what cannot be denied is that despite a long history of discrimination, they finally chose to bow out in grace and handed over power to the majority. it was a painful experience for them to part with their prerogatives and some chose to leave the country. however, they did decide to bite the bullet and go through the process with minimum obstructions.

presently, whites are still a force to reckon with. they are well educated, have technical and business expertise, they understand imperatives of good governance and are responsible for keeping south africa connected with developed countries. despite a bitter history, they are useful team members of the south african team.