Recycling and Its Challenges

Which two types of plastic are most commonly accepted by recycling centers worldwide?

• Acrylic and nylon

• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE)

• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE)

• Polystyrene (PS) and polypropylene (PP)

What is a major reason why some plastics cannot be recycled?

• They are biodegradable

• They are too lightweight

• They are made of multiple types of plastic that contaminate each other

• They are too expensive to process

What percentage of plastic actually makes it through the recycling process successfully?

• About 50%

• About 75%

• About 25%

• About 9%

How does glass recycling differ from plastic recycling?

• Glass can be recycled endlessly without losing quality

• Glass is not recyclable at all

• Glass recycling requires more energy than plastic recycling

• Glass recycling is more expensive than plastic recycling

What is the most recycled material in North America?

• Plastic

• Glass

• Paper

• Steel