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Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heat

  • Written by Kevin A. Schug, Professor of Analytical Chemistry, University of Texas at Arlington
Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heatLarge proportions of plastic waste don't get recycled. Westend61 via Getty Images Plus

In 1950, global plastic production was about 2 million tons. It’s now about 400 million tons – an increase of nearly 20,000%.

As a material, it has seemingly limitless potential. Plastic is inexpensive to produce while being lightweight and sturdy. Its...

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