10.2 - PLASTICS WASTE MANAGEMENT
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Practice Questions
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What percentage of plastics waste is made up of thermoplastics?
💡 Hint: Think of the general classification of plastics.
Name one environmental hazard caused by plastics waste.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when plastics are not disposed of properly.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of plastics make up 80% of post-consumer plastics waste?
💡 Hint: Think about which type is known for being remoldable.
Is the primary recycling process meant to create a different end product?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in primary recycling.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the effectiveness of the Plastics (Manufacture and Usage) Amendment Rules. How could they be improved?
💡 Hint: Consider how enforcement systems work in other environmental laws.
Propose a community initiative to enhance recycling rates of plastics. What steps would you include in your plan?
💡 Hint: Think about what would motivate your community to participate.
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