Chapter 19 Solid Waste Review

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What are hazardous wastes?

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Hazardous wastes are materials that can be solid, liquid, or gas and may contain toxic, corrosive, or explosive substances.

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Which organization administers and enforces Superfund and RCRA?

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The United States government organization EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) administers and enforces Superfund and RCRA.

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What is the process of using solid waste to create new products called?

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Recycling is the process of using solid waste to make new products.

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What are some examples of ways to produce less waste?

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Examples include using canvas shopping bags, composting, and using rechargeable batteries.

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What percentage of Wisconsin's recyclables does the Outagamie recycling facility process?

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The Outagamie recycling facility processes 16% of Wisconsin's recyclables.

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Define composting.

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Composting is the process of recycling organic waste, such as food scraps and yard waste, into a nutrient-rich soil amendment.

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What is source reduction?

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Source reduction refers to practices that reduce the amount of waste generated at the source, such as using less packaging.

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What is the difference between recycling and composting?

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Recycling involves processing materials to create new products, while composting involves breaking down organic waste into soil.

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What are some common materials that can be recycled?

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Common recyclable materials include paper, cardboard, glass, metals, and certain plastics.

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What is the purpose of the RCRA?

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The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) aims to manage hazardous and non-hazardous solid waste to protect human health and the environment.