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Renewable resources ...

• are not replaceable

• are used more frequently than non renewables

• don't run out

• supplies energy that is free of charge

Which of these are fossil fuels (non-renewable energy sources)?

• coal, solar, uranium

• oil, natural gas, wind

• coal, oil, natural gas

• geothemals, oil, lumber

Which of these are renewable resources?

• coal

• wind

• geothermal

• water

• solar

What type of worms are best for composting?

• Earthworm

• Tiger worm

• Peanut worm

• Bootlace worm

Which of these cannot be put in the recycling bin?

• Coke cans

• Plastic bottles

• Cookware

• Cardboard

Which of these cannot be put in recycling?

• Plastic bags

• Envelopes

• Egg cartons

• Glass bottles

Before you recycle, you should... (select all that apply)

• Rinse out containers

• Remove any plastic or bubble wrap from cardboard packaging

• Leave the lids on bottles and containers

• Remove labels off bottles and jars

Which of these can be recycled?

• Milk cartons

• Batteries

• Electronics

• Mirrors

Where can you find information about environmental laws in NZ?

• Ministry of the Environment website

• Ministry for Primary Industries

• Department of Conservation

• Kiwi Guardians

Which of these are native to NZ?

• Takahe

• Morepork

• Emu

• Harbour Seal