Waste Management Flashcard

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What is biodegradable waste?

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Waste that comes from nature and breaks down quickly.

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What does the 'waste hierarchy' prioritize in waste management options?

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Environmental impact.

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Which item is commonly used in gardens to improve soil quality and is also a type of biodegradable waste?

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Sawdust.

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Which item listed below is not typically considered non-biodegradable?

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Paper bags.

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How does plastic pollution influence ecosystems?

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It influences all ecosystems.

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What is non-biodegradable waste?

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Waste that does not break down naturally and remains in the environment for a long time.

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What is composting?

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A process of recycling organic waste into a rich soil amendment.

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What are the three Rs of waste management?

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

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What is the purpose of recycling?

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To convert waste materials into new products to prevent waste of potentially useful materials.

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What is landfill?

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A site for the disposal of waste materials by burial.