Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

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What does 'Reduce' mean in the context of waste management?

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To minimize the amount of waste produced by using fewer resources and choosing products that are less harmful to the environment.

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What does 'Reuse' mean in the context of waste management?

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To use an item more than once for the same or a different purpose instead of throwing it away.

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What does 'Recycle' mean?

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The process of collecting and processing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash and turning them into new products.

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Why is recycling important?

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Recycling conserves natural resources, saves energy, reduces pollution, and decreases the amount of waste sent to landfills.

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What is composting?

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A method of recycling organic waste, such as food scraps and yard waste, into a nutrient-rich soil amendment.

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What is the impact of plastic waste on the environment?

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Plastic waste can harm wildlife, pollute oceans, and take hundreds of years to decompose.

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How many plastic bottles do Americans throw away every hour?

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2.5 million plastic bottles.

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Which country produces the most waste?

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The United States.

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What can food waste be used for?

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Food waste can be used for composting, animal feed, and community gardens.

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What is a landfill?

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A designated area where waste is disposed of and buried.