Environmental Science challenge

What is food waste?

• Throwing away uneaten food

• A type of food you shouldn't eat

• Composting leftover meals

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Why is it important to reduce food waste?

• Because there's too much food in the world

• It helps save money and resources

• Because food is not good for the environment

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is a way to reduce food waste at home?

• Buying more food than needed

• Throwing away food that is close to the expiration date

• Planning meals and using leftovers wisely

What is composting?

• A type of dance

• Recycling kitchen and garden waste to make nutrient-rich soil

• Cleaning your room

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following can be added to a compost bin?

• Plastic bottles

• Banana peels

• Glass jars

Why is composting important?

• It makes the yard look pretty

• It helps reduce waste and creates healthy soil

• It's a fun activity to do with friends

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What does composting do for the environment?

• It helps plants grow faster

• It reduces the amount of trash in landfills

• It attracts more birds to the area

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Where does paper come from originally?

• Rocks

• Trees

• Sand

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Which of the following is a recycled material that can be used to make paper?

• Glass

• Plastic

• Old newspapers

Why is recycling paper a good practice?

• Because it's fun

• To save trees and reduce waste

• Because paper can't be recycled