Waste Management

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Define hazardous waste

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Waste that has substantial or potential threats to public health or the environment.

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What is the process called when waste is broken down to make something new?

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Recycling.

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What type of waste are yard waste, vegetable, and fruit trimmings classified as?

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Biodegradable.

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What is the term for the waste produced by households and businesses?

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Municipal waste.

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What does it mean to cut back on the amount of waste used?

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Reducing.

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What is the term for materials that can be reused or repurposed?

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Reusables.

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What is the difference between biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste?

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Biodegradable waste can decompose naturally, while non-biodegradable waste cannot.

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What is composting?

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A process of recycling organic waste into a nutrient-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 e-waste?

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Electronic waste that is discarded and can contain hazardous materials.