The "What scientists found" section addresses the issue in the article's title by stating that "It is not clear whether biodegradable plastic bags break down into small pieces of plastic or if they become molecules that can be dissolved in water." This directly relates to the title's concern about the effectiveness and environmental impact of biodegradable plastic bags, highlighting uncertainty about their breakdown process and potential consequences for the environment.
How does the “What scientists found” section address the issue in the article’s title?
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It is not clear whether biodegradable plastic bags break down into small pieces of plastic or if they become molecules that can be dissolved in water.
It is not clear whether biodegradable plastic bags break down into small pieces of plastic or if they become molecules that can be dissolved in water.
Plastic bags are used for an average of 12 minutes before they are thrown away.
Plastic bags are used for an average of 12 minutes before they are thrown away.
Compostable bags break down better in high temperatures where bacteria can grow.
Compostable bags break down better in high temperatures where bacteria can grow.
Standardizing the materials used to create biodegradable plastics will help make recycling and reusing them easier and more profitable.
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