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Which of the following is an example of a synthetic material?
A
Air
B
Sunlight
C
Plastic bag
D
Water
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The polymer called polyethylene is used in plastic bags and film wraps. Polyvinyl chloride(PVC) is used in siding, pipes, and flooring purposes. The synthetic polymer polystyrene is used in cabinets and in packaging.

Detailed explanation-2: -Even though plastic bags can be recycled, they cannot be broken down into an organic state. Once the bags have been created, they are synthetic all their lives.

Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of synthetic polymers include nylon, polyethylene, polyester, Teflon, and epoxy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Synthetic polymers include polyethylene (used in plastic bags); polystyrene (used to make Styrofoam cups); polypropylene (used for fibers and bottles); polyvinyl chloride (used for food wrap, bottles, and drain pipe); and polytetrafluoroethylene, or Teflon (used for nonstick surfaces).

Detailed explanation-5: -Plastic bags typically are made from one of three basic types: high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), or linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE).

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