17 Questions
What is one way to reduce waste?
Using durable coffee mugs
What is a limitation of recycling?
Not all materials can be continually recycled
What is the process of recycling?
Collecting → Sorting → Cleaning → Reprocessing
What is one environmental benefit of recycling?
Reduces water pollution
What is a result of recycling?
Reduced energy usage
What percentage of the money spent on a product pays for packaging that ultimately becomes waste?
16%
Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce waste according to the 'Reduce' principle?
Increasing household waste
What is the primary goal of the 'Zero Waste Approach'?
To eliminate waste at the source
What is the main limitation of recycling?
It only addresses post-consumer waste
What is the primary focus of the '3 Rs' (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)?
Minimizing waste generation
What is an example of reusing an item mentioned in the text?
All of the above
How frequently can the USA commercial air fleet be rebuilt with the aluminium cans thrown away by Americans?
Every three months
Why is it recommended to use rechargeable batteries?
Because they require less energy to make
What percentage of waste in USA landfills is comprised of e-waste?
2%
What is the primary reason for recycling e-waste?
To recover valuable elements
What is the main limitation of the current recycling process?
Inability to recycle certain materials
What are some of the hazardous components found in e-waste?
Lead, cadmium, and mercury
This quiz covers various waste management methods and technologies, including landfilling, incineration, pyrolysis, and gasification. It also explores the principles of zero waste, waste hierarchy, and the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle).
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