What is one of the main environmental benefits of recycling?
The Importance of Recycling

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8th Grade
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Missy Gorby
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It reduces the amount of waste in landfills.
It increases the amount of waste in landfills.
It increases the use of raw materials.
It reduces the need for renewable energy.
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How does recycling help combat climate change?
By reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
By increasing methane production.
By promoting deforestation.
By increasing mining activities.
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What is one economic benefit of recycling mentioned in the passage?
It creates jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries.
It increases waste disposal costs.
It reduces the need for innovation.
It decreases economic growth.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why does recycling save energy?
Because producing new products from recycled materials requires less energy than making them from raw materials.
Because it increases the energy needed for waste disposal.
Because it promotes the use of non-renewable energy sources.
Because it requires more energy to recycle than to produce new products.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a consequence of waste decomposing in landfills?
It releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas.
It reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
It conserves natural resources.
It saves energy.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How can communities save money by prioritizing recycling?
By reducing waste disposal costs.
By increasing the amount of waste sent to landfills.
By promoting deforestation.
By increasing the need for new raw materials.
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