Recycling Plastic Clamshells and Bottles, the Same but Different

Earth911
Sep 11, 2020, 5:00 am372 pts
You’ve probably seen the #1 recycling symbol on various plastic containers when you’re sorting your recycling. Those containers are made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), also known as polyester. Because PET is strong, lightweight, and easily molded, it is a popular material for packaging a wide range of…

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