Question

Which of the following practices will not come under green chemistry?

Options

• If possible, making use of soap made of vegetable oils instead of using synthetic detergents.

• Using H₂O₂ for bleaching purpose instead of using chlorine based bleaching agents.

• Using bicycle for travelling small distances instead of using petrol/ diesel based vehicles.

• Using plastic cans for neatly storing substances.

Answer 1

Using plastic cans for neatly storing substances.

Explanation:

Plastic is non-biodegradable polymer. Hence, it does not come under green chemistry. Green chemistry includes processes which lead to minimum pollution and less harm to the environment.