Recycling Quiz

What is the correct place to dispose of tissues?

• Donation center

• Compost bin

• Trash can

• Recycling bin

Answer explanation

Tissues should be disposed of in the trash can. It is the correct place for their disposal.

Can rubber bands be recycled?

• Yes

• No

• Only certain types

• They can be reused

Answer explanation

Rubber bands can be reused, making them a sustainable option for reducing waste.

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Is tinfoil recyclable?

• No

• Yes

• Only if it's clean

• It depends on the type

Answer explanation

Tinfoil is recyclable only if it's clean.

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How much waste is recycled each day in the United States?

• 1.6 pounds per person

• 100 pounds per person

• 10 pounds per person

• 50 pounds per person

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 1.6 pounds per person. This is the amount of waste recycled each day in the United States.

What happens to recyclables at a materials recovery facility (MRF)?

• They are sent to landfills

• They are sorted and sold to companies

• They are stored for future use

• They are incinerated

Answer explanation

Recyclables at a materials recovery facility (MRF) are sorted and sold to companies, not sent to landfills, stored, or incinerated.

Why are recycled materials formed into cube-shaped bales?

• To save space

• To make them easier to transport

• To prevent contamination

• To increase their value

Answer explanation

Recycled materials are formed into cube-shaped bales to make them easier to transport.

What happens if you put wet items in the recycling bin?

• They damage the recycling machines

• They are sent to landfills

• They are cleaned and reused

• They are separated and recycled

Answer explanation

Wet items in the recycling bin can damage the machines.

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Can COVID-19 masks be recycled?

• Only certain types can be recycled

• Yes, in the curbside bin

• No, they cannot be recycled

• Yes, through a special recycling program

Answer explanation

COVID-19 masks cannot be recycled in curbside bins. Only certain types can be recycled through a special recycling program.

Why is Styrofoam not recyclable at the curb?

• It is too expensive to recycle

• It is not made of recyclable materials

• It is too heavy

• It cannot be melted down

Answer explanation

Styrofoam is not recyclable at the curb because it is too expensive to recycle.

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What happens if you recycle something that cannot be recycled?

• It is stored for future recycling

• It is sorted and reused

• It is incinerated

• It is sent to a landfill

Answer explanation

If you recycle something that cannot be recycled, it is sent to a landfill.