Recycling: A Comprehensive Guide to Waste Sorting and Resource Recovery

Question 1

Which of the following is the recommended way to dispose of paper in a household recycling system?

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Loose in a recycling bin

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In a plastic bag

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In a cardboard box

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In a compost bin

Question 2

What is the main function of a recycling center?

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To collect and sort recyclable materials

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To educate the public about the importance of recycling

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To process recyclable materials into new products

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To enforce recycling regulations

Question 3

What is the term for the mechanical process of breaking down recyclable materials into smaller pieces?

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Shredding

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Sorting

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Melting

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Pulping

Question 4

Which of these materials is usually not accepted in regular recycling programs?

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Electronic waste (e.g., computers, TVs)

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Paper

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Cardboard

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Plastic bottles

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of implementing a comprehensive recycling program that includes paper, plastic, metal, and glass?

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Generation of Additional Waste

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Preservation of Natural Resources

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Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Increased Economic Opportunities

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of recycling?

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Increased air pollution

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Decreased waste in landfills

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Preservation of natural resources

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Generation of job opportunities

Question 7

What type of material is commonly recycled to create new glass products?

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Glass

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Paper

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Plastic

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Metal

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of a recycling symbol?

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To identify materials suitable for recycling

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To indicate the type of waste

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To promote sales of recycled products

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To regulate disposal of hazardous materials

Question 9

Which of the following actions does NOT contribute to effective recycling practices?

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Mixing recyclable and non-recyclable items together

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Rinsing out containers before recycling

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Separating different types of materials

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Placing recyclables in designated bins

Question 10

What is the term for the process of transforming waste materials into usable products?

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Recycling

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Composting

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Incineration

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Landfilling

Question 11

Which of the following materials is biodegradable?

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Paper

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Plastic

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Metal

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Glass

Question 12

What is the primary reason for implementing a recycling system in a household?

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To reduce waste

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To save money

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To enhance the appearance of the home

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To comply with regulations

Question 13

Which of the following is a type of plastic that is commonly recycled?

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High-density polyethylene (HDPE)

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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)

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Nylon

Question 14

You're tasked with launching a public awareness campaign to encourage recycling. Which target audience should you prioritize to maximize the campaign's impact?

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Individuals with limited recycling knowledge

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Businesses with established recycling programs

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Community groups actively involved in recycling

Question 15

Which of the following materials is NOT commonly recycled in the United Kingdom?

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Wood

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Paper

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Plastic

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Metal

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a step involved in recycling paper?

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Burning

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Collection and sorting

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Pulping and de-inking

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Drying and pressing

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an environmental impact of recycling?

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Increased air pollution

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Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

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Conservation of natural resources

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Protection of wildlife habitats

Question 18

What is the purpose of a materials recovery facility (MRF)?

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To process and sort recyclable materials

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To collect non-recyclable materials

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To manufacture new products from recycled materials

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To educate the public about recycling

Question 19

Which of the following is **not** a benefit of recycling?

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Creates jobs

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Reduces landfill waste

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Conserves natural resources

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Saves energy

Question 20

What is the correct way to dispose of glass bottles and jars in the United Kingdom?

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In a designated glass recycling container

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In the general waste bin

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In the paper recycling bin

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On the compost heap

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of a composting bin?

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To decompose organic waste into fertiliser

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To store recyclable materials

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To dispose of hazardous chemicals

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To generate electricity

Question 22

What is the symbol on plastic packaging that indicates it is recyclable in the United Kingdom?

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A green triangle with arrows

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A blue circle with a recycling symbol

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A red square with a bin

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A yellow exclamation mark

Question 23

How does recycling contribute to reducing the effects of climate change?

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It reduces greenhouse gas emissions

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It increases energy consumption

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It has no impact on climate change

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It worsens air pollution

Question 24

Which of the following materials is **biodegradable**?

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Banana peels

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Plastic bags

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Styrofoam

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Glass bottles

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a subtopic covered in the unit's focus on recycling?

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Composting Techniques

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Principles of Recycling

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Benefits of Waste Diversion

Question 26

Which of the following materials is usually NOT recycled in a comprehensive recycling system?

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Organic waste

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Paper

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Plastic

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Metal

Question 27

What is the term used to describe the process of separating and preparing recyclables for recycling?

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Sorting

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Collection

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Processing

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Recovery

Question 28

Which of the following materials is NOT typically recycled in the United Kingdom?

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Batteries

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Paper

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Plastic

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Glass

Question 29

Which of the following is a recommended method for disposing of recyclable waste?

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Curbside collection

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Composting

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Landfilling

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Incineration

Question 30

Which of the following materials is biodegradable?

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Paper

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Plastic

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Glass

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Metal

Question 31

Which of the following types of plastic is NOT recyclable?

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PVC (polyvinyl chloride)

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PET (polyethylene terephthalate)

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HDPE (high-density polyethylene)

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LDPE (low-density polyethylene)

Question 32

What is the recommended way to dispose of electronic waste?

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Recycling at designated centres

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Landfilling

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Composting

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Incineration

Question 33

What is the primary challenge to implementing successful recycling programs?

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Contamination of recyclable materials

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Lack of public awareness

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High costs of recycling infrastructure

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Insufficient government support

Question 34

Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable waste management that recycling supports?

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Reducing the amount of waste going to landfills

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Burning waste

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Dumping waste in rivers or lakes

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Burying waste in specific locations

Question 35

Which method is most effective in encouraging responsible recycling habits across different groups of people?

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Making recycling instructions easy to understand and available

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Enforcing harsh punishments for not following the rules

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Giving money to people who recycle

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Only using social media to spread the word

Question 36

What are two economic benefits of recycling?

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Reduced waste disposal costs

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Job creation in the recycling industry

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Conservation of natural resources

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Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of recycling?

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Increasing waste in landfills

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Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

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Preserving natural resources

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Creating jobs

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of recycling?

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Increased global warming

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Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

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Conservation of natural resources

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Lower energy consumption

Question 39

Which of the following materials can typically be recycled?

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Paper, plastic, glass, and metal

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Food waste and electronics

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Wood, rubber, and textiles

Question 40

How can individuals contribute to the effectiveness of recycling programs?

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Recycling correctly, reducing waste generation, and raising awareness

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Attending recycling workshops

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Donating to recycling organizations

Question 41

Which material is typically NOT recycled in a standard recycling system?

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Batteries

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Plastic

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Glass

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Paper

Question 42

What is the primary environmental benefit of recycling?

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Reduces waste in landfills and conserves natural resources

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Saves money

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Creates jobs

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Generates energy

Question 43

Which of the following is a key principle of reducing, reusing, and recycling?

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Prioritize reducing waste over recycling and reusing

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Recycling is more important than reducing

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Recycling is the only way to conserve resources

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Reusing items is only effective for certain materials

Question 44

What type of plastic is commonly used to make water bottles?

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PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)

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HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)

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PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

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LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)

Question 45

Which of the following is a challenge associated with recycling glass?

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Glass can break during collection and contaminate other recyclables

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Glass is not valuable enough to recycle

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There are limited uses for recycled glass

Question 46

What is the process of breaking down materials into smaller components for recycling called?

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Mechanical recycling

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Biodegradable recycling

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Thermal recycling

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Hydrolytic recycling

Question 47

Which of the following materials is typically NOT recycled?

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Biodegradable waste

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Plastic

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Paper

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Metal

Question 48

What is the main goal of a comprehensive recycling system?

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Divert waste from landfills and promote resource recovery.

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Increase profits for recycling companies

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Reduce energy consumption

Question 49

What is the role of government in promoting recycling?

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Setting regulations, providing incentives, and educating the public.

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Developing new recycling technologies

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Collecting and processing recyclables

Question 50

What should you do with items that cannot be recycled?

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Dispose of them in the general waste bin.

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Throw them away in a recycling bin

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Store them for future recycling