Which foods are packaged in this way? Positive features Negative features
Plastics
Fruit and vegetables, meats, ready meals, plastic bottles
Easy to print on, cheap, lightweight
Not always recyclable or reusable
Modified Atmosphere Packaging
Cold meats, cheeses, smoked fish, salads
Keeps food fresh/preserves food
Non-biodegradable
Glass
Baby food, jams, pickles, sauces
Recyclable and reusable
Breaks easily
Metal
Canned food, e.g. soups, takeaway containers, canned drinks
Recyclable, lightweight, withstands heat
Can react with some foods, non-biodegradable
Card and Paper
Cartons, egg boxes, cereal boxes, pizza boxes
Easy to print on, biodegradable, recyclable
Not water resistant, easily damaged
 
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