Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

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What does 'Reduce' mean?

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To use less of something, which helps to minimize waste.

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What does 'Reuse' mean?

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To use an item again instead of throwing it away.

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What does 'Recycle' mean?

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To process used materials to make new products.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, like fossil fuels.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that can be replenished naturally, like water or sunlight.

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Give an example of reducing waste.

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Using a refillable water bottle instead of single-use plastic bottles.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

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Give an example of reusing an item.

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Using an old jar to store food instead of buying new containers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

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What are natural resources?

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Anything found in nature that can be used by living things.

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NGSS.4-ESS3-1

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What is the importance of recycling?

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It helps to conserve natural resources and reduce pollution.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

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What is an example of recycling?

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Taking plastics to a recycling center.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3