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\nA Brief History of How Plastic Has Changed Our World | National Geographic\n

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\nWe’re addicted to plastic. But how did the world become so dependent on it in the first place? ➡ Subscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through...\nWe’re addicted to plastic. But how did the world become so dependent on it in the first place? ➡ Subscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site Facebook Twitter Instagram Think about it: What would you do without garbage bags or credit cards or headphones? Plastic has been around for only about 150 years, but it’s hard to imagine life without it. This video investigates how it became a such an important part of modern life and when the tide began to turn against it. This story is part of Planet or Plastic?—our multiyear effort to raise awareness about the global plastic-waste crisis. Learn what you can do to avoid single-use plastics, and take our pledge to reduce your own usage. A Brief History of How Plastic Has Changed Our World | National Geographic National Geographic\n
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2018
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