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Which materials can be recycled due to their ability to change without altering essential characteristics?
Which materials can be recycled due to their ability to change without altering essential characteristics?
- Electronics
- Glass and plastic (correct)
- Ceramics
- Rubber
What is a key benefit of recycling plastics?
What is a key benefit of recycling plastics?
- It conserves natural resources used in manufacturing. (correct)
- It makes recycling more difficult.
- It increases the demand for new materials.
- It creates more waste in landfills.
What process is used to recycle paper?
What process is used to recycle paper?
- Shredding and burning
- Adding water and chemicals, then cleaning (correct)
- Compressing and heating
- Mixing with new paper directly
What happens to metal items if they continuously corrode without proper care?
What happens to metal items if they continuously corrode without proper care?
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What does the recycling process depicted in the image begin with?
What does the recycling process depicted in the image begin with?
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Study Notes
Recycling Process
- Recycling plastics helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources used in manufacture.
- The recycling process involves collecting and processing used plastic materials.
- New plastic products can be made by using recycled plastic.
Recycling Glass and Plastic
- Glass and plastic can be recycled because they remain chemically stable when heated and cooled.
Paper Recycling
- Recycling paper involves processing waste paper with water and chemicals.
- This process allows for the production of new paper from scrap paper.
Metal Corrosion
- Metal corrosion can make items unusable over time.
- Proper use and care can help prevent metal corrosion.
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This quiz explores various recycling processes for plastics, glass, and paper, highlighting their significance in waste reduction and resource conservation. It also touches on metal corrosion and preventive measures. Test your knowledge on these important environmental topics!
