WorksheetsWaste Disposal and Recycling
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
The banana peel is an example of _________
Organic waste
Liquid waste
Recyclable waste
What kind of waste is 'polythene bag ' ?
Biodegradable
Non- biodegradable
What kind of waste is ' fruit peels' ?
Biodegradable
Non-biodegradable
One of the following is an example of reducing:
Bringing Newspaper to a recycling centre.
Using small bag as a garbage bag.
Using less water when you shower
All of above
You can recycle paper cartons with food scraps or stains.
True
False
Sometimes only
Can't say
is an unwanted or unusable material.
Waste
Resource
Why are non-biodegradable plastics a problem in the environment?
They do not decompose or break down naturally
They leak toxic chemicals
They are filling up lakes and ponds
They contain poisons for wildlife
What are the 3 Rs of waste management?
Recycle, React, & Respond
Reduce, Reuse, & Recycle
Reuse, Rinse, & Repeat
Reduce, Reapply, & Rethink
Refers to the practice of proper waste disposal.
Waste management
Marketing management
Strategic management
Human management
All of the following are methods of solid waste disposal EXCEPT:
landfills
open dumping
incineration
recovery
A process in which mixed garbage is burned at very high temperatures is:
recovery
incineration
leachate
source reduction
What is the collection of materials that can be broken down and reprocessed to make new items?
composting
incineration
leachate
recycling
Which of the following is a benefit of recycling materials?
Reduces the need for landfills
Increases pollution
Consumes more energy
Depletes natural resources
What is the primary purpose of composting in waste management?
To increase landfill space
To convert organic waste into useful soil additives
To burn waste materials
To recycle metals
Which of the following materials is commonly recycled to produce new glass products?
Plastic bottles
Aluminum cans
Glass bottles
Paper
