Different types of products to recycle
Get Educated on Recycling
What is recycling? To recycle means processing used material into new, useful products. Recycling items, such as, bottles, cans, glass, plastic, and paper can be reused and repurposed. These types of products are considered non-biodegradable. Non-biodegradable can be defined as products or substances that cannot break down on its own. This can be harmful to the environment.
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Paper waste includes: envelopes, newspapers, books, magazines, and cardboard boxes.
Aluminum waste include: cans from soda, soup, fruit, and all other types of cans.
Plastic waste includes: water bottles, plastic bags, and plastic wrappers.
Glass waste includes: all glass products can be recycled.
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Ask yourself:
What items get thrown away on a typical day?
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What items are recyclable?
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What items are biodegradable?
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How can recycling save the environment and energy?
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Does your family recycle?
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Where is recycling centers in your community?
