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Terracycle is a company that recycles cigarette waste into plastic products. They use cellulose acetate from cigarette filters, blending it with other recycled plastics to create items like lumber and industrial pallets. Despite a slight tobacco smell, the products are functional and sustainable. Terracycle's mission is to transform tough trash into profitable goods, often retaining original traits. The company collaborates with NGOs and receives support from tobacco companies and green groups. They plan to expand their recycling efforts to other notorious waste types, such as dirty diapers and chewing gum.

What is the primary material used by Terracycle to create plastic from cigarette filters?

• Nylon

• Polypropylene

• Polyethylene

• Cellulose acetate

What unique feature do many of Terracycle's upcycled products retain?

• They are waterproof

• They retain some original traits

• They are biodegradable

• They are edible

What unusual practice does the founder of Terracycle have when visiting new cities?

• Collecting local art

• Looking in garbage cans

• Visiting museums

• Trying local cuisine

Which organizations have been significant contributors to Terracycle's cigarette recycling program in Canada?

• Educational institutions

• NGOs like the World Wildlife Fund

• Government agencies

• Local businesses

What types of waste does Terracycle plan to tackle next?

• Plastic bottles and cans

• Dirty diapers and chewing gum

• Glass and metal

• Food waste