問題詳情

Many people like to drink bottled water because they feel that tap water may not be safe, but is bottled water really any better?Bottled water is mostly sold in plastic bottles and that’s why it is potentially health   26  . Processing the plastic can lead to the release of harmful chemical substances into the water contained in the bottles. The chemicals can be absorbed into the body and   27   physical discomfort, such as stomach cramps and diarrhea.Health risks can also result from inappropriate storage of bottled water. Bacteria can multiply if the water is kept on the shelves for too long or if it is exposed to heat or direct sunlight.   28   the information on storage and shipment is not always readily available to consumers, bottled water may not be a better alternative to tap water.Besides these   29   issues, bottled water has other disadvantages. It contributes to global warming. An estimated 2.5 million tons of carbon dioxide were generated in 2006 by the production of plastic for bottled water. In addition, bottled water produces an incredible amount of solid   30  . According to one research, 90% of the bottles used are not recycled and lie for ages in landfills.
26.
(A) frightening
(B) threatening
(C) appealing
(D) promoting

參考答案

答案：B
難度：簡單0.818182
統計：A(1),B(18),C(2),D(0),E(0)

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