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

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Recycling
Definition
using materials from an object to make a new one
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reusing
Definition
using object again
Term
what are the four R's
Definition
reduce, reuse, recycle, repair
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ewaste
Definition
electronics
Term
examples of ewaste
Definition
computer, phones, chargers
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examples of things made from recycled plastic
Definition
containers, bottles, cafeteria trays
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three reasons why it is good to recycle
Definition
saves natural recources, produce less pollution, uses less energy to build a new one
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3 reasons why we dont recycle more
Definition
people are lazy, they dont understand recycling, inconvinent-no curbside pickup or nearby recycling centers
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single stream recycling system
Definition
recyclables are collected at once (mixed together)
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What type of plastic can withstand hot liquids
Definition
5 and it can be used in microwaves
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what plastics don't fit in other groups what number are they
Definition
7
Term
what can be recycled repeatedly without losing purity but when broken it jams up the machines
Definition
glass
Term
tin cans are the most recycling material in the US how much percent is it
Definition
63
Term
where can you recycle bags
Definition
grocery stores
Term
soda and water bottles are in what catagory
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1 pete
Term
whtat number is pvc piping
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3
Term
styrofoam cups plates and utensils are all part of this catagory
Definition
6
Term
what is milk jugs and bulkier bottles a catagory of
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2
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