Petrochemicals are central to industries like plastic manufacturing. Many plastic toys are made from petrochemical substances.
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Not Always Fuel
While petrochemicals come from the same sources as fuels, their use is mainly in creating other products. Nylon, a common fabric, is a petrochemical product.
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Environmental Concerns
Petrochemicals raise ecological issues due to their petroleum base. Environmentalists often campaign against new petrochemical plants.