Vocabulary
Define - Recycle
Turning waste materials into new products.
Question: Who wrote Handle With Care?
Kate Jerome wrote Handle With Care.
Where does our trash go?
Landfills
How much water does an average American use to wash dishes every day?
15 litres
What is the main source of air pollution?
Burning fossil fuels in factories and driving cars, trucks etc.
Define - Pollution
harmful substances being introduced into the air, water, or land.
What is the main idea of the book?
The main idea is to protect the environment and take care of nature.
What are the 3 R's?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What is one of the biggest sources of water pollution
erosion of land
What are fossil fuels?
oil, coal, and natural gas
Define - Climate Change
long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns, often caused by human activities.
What does the title Handle With Care mean?
It means we should be careful and gentle with nature because it is fragile.
what amount of paper is found in landfills?
more than a third.
What are some uses of water in our lives?
We use it for drinking and washing and it can be used as a source for electricity.
What is acid rain?
The burning of fossil fuels and produce sulphar and nitrogen compounds to create acid rain
Define - Erosion
the process by which the surface of something is gradually destroyed through the action of wind, rain, etc.
Why is the environment important?
The environment is important because it supports all life, including humans, plants, and animals.
What is a the perecetnage of household trash that can be recycled?
80% of household trash can be recycled.
Why is water so important to our everyday lives
We drink water, wash with it, food we eat is grown with water and we use it for recreation (swimming)
Why is acid rain harmful?
Acid rain damages forests and crops and buildings.
Define - Natural Resources
These are materials such as water, forests, and minerals that occur in nature and are used by humans.
How does pollution affect the environment?
Pollution harms the air, water, and land, making it dangerous for animals and humans.
Give an example of something you can recycle at home and what it can become.
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Why are fertilizers harmful?
They end up in rivers, lakes, streams and groudnwater and can pollute the drinking water.
How can we reduce air pollution?
walking, biking and using public transportation are ways to reduce air pollution.