Lesson 116
T or F A banana peel is solid waste.
True
Can a glass bottle be recycled?
Yes!
Name one way humans use water.
cleaning-body or homes
cooking-pasta
drinking-necessary for survival
entertainment-fishing, jet skiis, swimming
transportation-boat, canoe, raft, pontoon
What is another name for toxic?
hazardous
What is the process of treating or converting used or waste materials?
recycling
What are pesticides?
Pesticides are chemicals that work to keep pests away from crops and livestock.
How does hazardous waste harm people and animals?
Hazardous waste contaminates groundwater.
Does taking clothing items to a second-hand shop help reduce waste?
Yes~clothing is reused instead of put in a landfill.
What kind of pollution does a very loud stereo playing cause?
noise pollution
Where does wastewater come from? Name 3 examples.
It is the water that flows through sewage and has been used to brush your teeth, flush the toilet, or come from manufacturing.
True or False: Single-serving juice boxes are a great way to reduce packaging because you are small packages putting less waste in the landfill.
False! Putting all of the packaging from each juice box together is more waste instead of buying a large bottle of juice that can be recycled.
What type of pollution is a common problem in suburban locations? Give an example of this type of pollution.
land pollution
A McDonald's bag<used napkins, drink cup, straw and cardboard sandwich holder was thrown on the ground on the side of the road.
What item should be taken to the recycling center rather than being disposed of in a landfill because it is made from hazardous material?
batteries and electronics
What can be done with food scraps after a meal to reduce waste?
Compost food scraps.
(...yard waste too!)
What can be done to solve this issue?
Your chore each week is to carry out the garbage. Your family has to pay extra each week because you fill two garbage cans. What can your family do differently to reduce waste and your family's garbage pick-up?