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There is a common myth prevailing in many of us i.e. glass is better than plastics. However, this is not at all true. Glass products whether it is a container or any other thing it has same effects as the plastics. It is capable of causing the same damage to the environment as done by plastics.
Since human beings are in constant need of these products, we all have come up with recycling of these products. Now, instead of just abandoning a plastic or glass, we all tend to reuse it again and again to cater our own needs and at the same time preventing to from damaging the environment.
Now, some of might be wondering, with so many disadvantageous factors which product will prove to be a better one. Although, it is quite difficult to tell exactly which types of containers are better for mankind but still, mentioned below is a concise detail about each of the product which will help you to take better decisions.
What is Glass Containers?
Glass containers are something which we all are required to use on regular basis. It, in fact, is used for storing food and beverages in most parts of the world. Mentioned below are the pros and cons related to the use of a glass product.
Advantages of Glass Bottles
There are in general three basic advantages of using a glass container which is mentioned below:
Easy to use: The glass products are actually easy to use and take care of. If you have a glass container carrying some sort of edible item it, you can simply wash it and use it somewhere else.
Durable: The glass food storage containers are designed in such a way so that it offers a long lasting effect on any sort of climatic conditions. You can put it in your refrigerator or you can simply put it under direct sunlight. A product made of glass will offer much better protection to the item put in it than any other product unless it gets damaged or gets broke.
Long Lasting Effects: A Tupperware made of glass will last much longer than any other kind of products.
Disadvantages of Glass Bottles
Needs Attention: If you have a container made up of glass, you will need to pay a lot more attention than any other thing. Glass can break easily. Even a minor negligence can lead to some major problems.
Weight: This is probably the most common issue with glass containers. These products can really get quite heavy in terms of its design and texture.
Non-Degradable: A product made of glass will take years to degrade and thus will affect the environment.
What is Plastic Containers?
Plastics are probably the worst yet vital invention by the mankind. It is required on our day-to-day basis. If you want to know more about the product, just go through the below passages.
Advantages of Plastic Bottles
Weightless: This is probably the most beneficial aspect of a plastic container. These things are negligible in weight. Hence, it really becomes easy to carry around a container made of plastic.
Durable: If managed properly, these things will last long. It is also very convenient to carry relatively heavy products in it without much difficulty.
Disadvantages of Plastic Bottles
Health Issues: The first and foremost risk which comes with a plastic container is that it can cause some serious issues to our health. It has been scientifically proven that plastics are harmful to not only to nature but also to the mankind.
Get Damaged Easily: Unlike a glass container, plastic containers can get damaged easily. Even a small scratch is enough to ruin it completely.
So, these were all the things you should need to know to make better decisions in your life. Thus, from next time onwards whenever you go out to buy any of these products, make sure to choose a proper one for yourself.
