Question
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution.
Statement II: Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base.
Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Correct Answer — A
Explanation
Chewing gums pollute the environment largely because their plastic-based gum base does not biodegrade, which is exactly why Statement II explains Statement I.