Which statement explains why plastic bags made from poly(ethene) accumulate in oceans?

A.
Poly(ethene) is a saturated molecule.
B.
Poly(ethene) is made from hydrocarbon monomers.
C.
Poly(ethene) reacts with water.
D.
Poly(ethene) does not decompose in water.
Chemistry
IGCSE&ALevel
CAIE
Exam No:0620_s25_qp_12 Year:2025 Question No:37

Answer:

D

Knowledge points:

2.3.1. Define isotopes as different atoms of the same element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons

Solution:

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