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Gourgoulianis
4 R's
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Science
7th Grade
11/18/2013

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What is recycling?
Definition
Using materials from an object to make a new object.
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What is reusing?
Definition
Using an object again
Term
What are the 4 R's?
Definition
Reduce, reuse, recycle, repair
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What is e-waste?
Definition
Electronic waste
Term
Examples of e-waste?
Definition
TV's, computers, cell phones
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Examples of things made from recycled plastic.
Definition
Paint, headphones, hammocks
Term
3 reasons why it is good to recycle.
Definition
1. Saves natural resources
2. Produces less pollution
3. Uses less energy to build new ones
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3 reasons why we don't recycle more.
Definition
1. People are lazy
2. They don't understand recycling
3. Inconveinient- No curbside pickup or nearby recycling centers
Term
What is a single-stream recycling system?
Definition
All recyclables are collected at once (mixed together)
Term
What kitchen process is plastic #5 used for?
Definition
Microwaving
Term
What # plastics don't fit into other groups?
Definition
#7
Term
What can be recycled repeatedly without loss in purity?
Definition
Glass
Term
What is the most recycled material in the U.S.?
Definition
Tin Cans
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Where can you recycle plastic bags?
Definition
Grocery Stores
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