10 Questions
What is the definition of pollution?
The introduction of contaminants into the natural environment that cause adverse change
What can pollutants be?
Either foreign substances/energies or naturally occurring contaminants
What is waste?
Something that is discarded after primary use, or is worthless, defective and of no use
Why is one person's idea of waste not necessarily the same as another person's?
Because one person might have a different opinion on what is useful and what is not
What is a re-engineered product?
A product that has been significantly redesigned, with improved engineering, from its original form
What is the primary difference between a re-engineered product and its original form?
Improved engineering
What types of contaminants can cause adverse change in the natural environment?
Chemical substances or energy, such as noise, heat or light
What is the key characteristic of waste, regardless of its perceived value?
It is discarded or deemed unusable
How do pollutants affect the natural environment?
They cause adverse change
Why is it important to consider the subjective nature of waste?
To recognize that one person's waste may be valuable to another
Test your knowledge on the concepts of pollution, pollutants, and waste. Learn about the different forms of pollution and their effects on the environment.
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