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WorksheetsEarth Science: Recycling
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
1. What is it called when manufacturers take trash and turn it into new products?
composting
recycling
landfills
garbage
Which of the following materials can be recycled?
Glass
Paper
Plastic
All of the above
True or False: Recycling can be a very complicated process and is different depending on the type of material.
True
False
Which of the following is sometimes recycled into fibers for carpets or clothing?
Aluminum cans
Plastic bottles
Computers
All of the above
Which of the following materials is converted into a pulp or slurry during the recycling process?
Aluminum cans
Plastic bottles
Paper
Glass
Gold is sometimes recovered from recycling which of the following materials?
Aluminum cans
Plastic bottles
Paper
Computers
How many arrows are there in the typical recycling loop?
1
2
3
4
Around what percentage of trash in the United States is recycled?
5%
10%
35%
60%
What is a benefit of recycling?
Less trash
Fewer resources taken from earth
Less pollution
All of the above
Could you promise to never throw garbage on the floor and tell others not to do it either? 😊
Yes
No
