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(B) large number of synthetic polymers are highly resistant to environmental degradation processes,leading to the accumulation of persistent polymeric

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To reduce the accumulation of non-biodegradable polymeric solid waste in the environment.

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(B) large number of synthetic polymers are highly resistant to environmental degradation processes,leading to the accumulation of persistent polymeric solid waste.These wastes cause severe environmental pollution and remain undegraded for very long periods.To address the growing concern regarding the environmental impact of these non-biodegradable wastes,scientists have designed and developed new biodegradable synthetic polymers that can be broken down by microorganisms.

Column $- A$	Column $- B$
$(A)$ Polystyrene	$(i)$ Paints and lacquers
$(B)$ Glyptal	$(ii)$ Rain coats
$(C)$ Polyvinyl chloride	$(iii)$ Manufacture of toys
$(D)$ Bakelite	$(iv)$ Computer discs

Why have biodegradable synthetic polymers been designed and developed?

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