4.4 - Recycling & Material Recovery
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Practice Questions
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What is the first step in the recycling process?
π‘ Hint: Think about what happens to waste before it is processed.
Define downcycling.
π‘ Hint: Itβs the opposite of creating the same type of product.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the first step of recycling?
π‘ Hint: Remember what happens before any processing starts.
True or False: Downcycling means creating products of higher quality.
π‘ Hint: Think about what downcycling entails.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a local recycling program. Identify its challenges in contamination and market volatility. Propose solutions to enhance its effectiveness.
π‘ Hint: Look into community engagement strategies.
Evaluate the energy consumption of recycling versus landfill disposal. Discuss which option presents lower environmental impact and what factors influence your findings.
π‘ Hint: Research available energy statistics for both options.
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