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Even though the idea of recycling materials and using them in other ways seems like a good idea, why is the idea of using recycled tires at playgrounds a concern for some scientists?

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The idea of recycling materials is a good idea but there are concerns to some recycled ideas. Specifically the recycled tires used in playgrounds. There are toxic substances that are in tire dust are also in tire mulch. There is some concern that people ingest these substances through their skin and when they breathe. This can cause health problems.

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