Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution and Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base.

Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution and Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base.

 Consider the following statements : Statement-I: Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution. Statement-II: Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base.  Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a). Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I (b). Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I (c). Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect (d). Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct  Explanation: Statement I: Chewing gum, when discarded improperly, can stick to surfaces and is difficult to remove, leading to environmental pollution. Statement II: The base of many chewing gums is made from synthetic rubber, which is a type of plastic. This non-biodegradable component contributes to the environmental pollution caused by chewing gum.  Relationship between the statements: The fact that many chewing gums cont…