
Composting: A Natural Recycling Process
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8th Grade

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three main types of compostable materials?
Plastic, glass, and metal
Green materials, brown materials, and food scraps
Paper, cardboard, and Styrofoam
Rocks, dirt, and sand
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the process of composting and the role of microorganisms in it.
The role of microorganisms in composting is to produce heat and light during the process.
Composting is done by mixing organic materials with water and letting it sit for a few days.
Microorganisms convert organic materials into plastic through the process of polymerization.
Microorganisms break down organic materials into compost through the process of decomposition.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the environmental benefits of composting?
Reducing methane emissions, improving soil health, and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers
Increasing methane emissions, degrading soil health, and increasing the need for chemical fertilizers
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Describe the different types of composting bins and containers used for composting.
Plastic bags
Metal drums
Glass jars
Tumblers, bins, piles, and vermicomposting bins
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to separate compostable materials from non-compostable materials?
To prevent contamination of the compost and allow for effective decomposition.
To create a more colorful compost
To make the non-compostable materials feel left out
To confuse the decomposers
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does composting help in reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
By promoting the growth of methane-producing bacteria
By releasing more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
By increasing the use of chemical fertilizers
By diverting organic waste from landfills and preventing the release of methane gas
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are some examples of green and brown compostable materials?
Chicken bones, eggshells, meat and dairy products
Plastic bottles, aluminum cans, glass jars
Newspaper, cardboard, paper towels
Grass clippings, fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, dry leaves, straw, wood chips
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