Environmental and Production Terms

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landfill

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A site where waste is buried under the ground.

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biodegradable

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Able to decay naturally, without causing harm.

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sustainable

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Capable of being maintained over time without depleting resources or harming the environment.

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repurpose

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To adapt or reuse something for a different purpose than it was originally intended for.

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disposable

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Designed to be used once or for a short time, then discarded.

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decompose

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Break up into small parts and disappear with time.

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recyclable

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Able to be recycled, used again.

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mass production

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The large-scale manufacturing of goods, typically using automated processes.

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the brink of

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The point just before a critical or dangerous situation.

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take sth. for granted

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To assume something will always be available or true without appreciating its value.