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Which of the following practices will not come under green chemistry a)If possible, making use of soap made of vegetable oils instead of using synthetic detergents b)Using `H_(2)O_(2)` for bleaching purpose instead of using chlorine based bleachinf agents c)Using bicycle for travelling small distances instead of using petrol/diesel based vehicles d)Using plastic cans for neatly storing substances

A

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

B

Using `H_(2)O_(2)` for bleaching purpose instead of using chlorine based bleaching agents

C

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

D

Using plastic cans for neatly storing substances

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The correct Answer is:
D

Using plastic cans for neatly storing substances will not come under green chemistry. Water in lakes and rivers has been polluted by the use of plastic materials. The plastic materials are non-biodegradable.
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