Unit 7: Waste Reduction Methods

Question 1

Reuse

Answer 1

Using a material again instead of discarding.

Question 2

Reuse examples

Answer 2

Reusing mail envelopes, cups, beverage containers, and newspapers. Thrifting.

Question 3

Reduce

Answer 3

Less material is used, so there is less to discard.

Question 4

Reduce examples

Answer 4

Source reduction, material substitution, reusable cups, 2 sided paper, less packaging,

Question 5

Recycling

Answer 5

Materials to become MSW are collected, converted into raw material, then used for production.

Question 6

Recycling benefits

Answer 6

Utilize resources already extracted, encourages awareness of consumption.

Question 7

Recycling drawbacks

Answer 7

Requires more energy than reducing or reusing, sometimes not cost effective.

Question 8

Compost

Answer 8

Creation of organic matter (humus) by decomposition under controlled conditions.

Question 9

Compost benefits

Answer 9

Creates an organic rich material that increases soil structure, CEC, and fertility. Decreases methane.

Question 10

Compost drawbacks

Answer 10

Takes time and space.