Environmental Science (3110007) MCQs

MCQs of concepts of 4R Principles

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11.

The following is an example of reusing:  

(a)

using fewer napkins when you eat
(b)

using less water when you brush your teeth
(c)

bringing cans back to a recycling center.
(d)

washing zip top bags after use so they can be used again.
Answer:

Option (d)

12.

Which of the following items cannot be recycled?

(a)

Food & organic items
(b)

Paper
(c)

Batteries/Bulbs
(d)

Styrofoam
Answer:

Option (b)

13.

By reducing landfills, the benefits are

(a)

Recyclable items can be donated to charity
(b)

Divert waste from creating more landfills
(c)

Reducing landfill problems such as leaking of landfill leachate contaminating rivers
(d)

All of the above
Answer:

Option (c)

14.

What is the term used to describe objects that are being washed and used again?

(a)

recycling
(b)

reducing
(c)

reusing
(d)

buying 
Answer:

Option (c)

15.

Which of the following can be recycled?

(a)

soda bottle
(b)

plastic spoon
(c)

paper plates
(d)

zip lock bags
Answer:

Option (c)

16.

What does it mean if an item is 'biodegradable'?

(a)

It means that it will eventually break down completely in nature
(b)

It means that it is bad for the environment
(c)

It means that it is perfect for composting
(d)

It means that it can be eaten?
Answer:

Option (c)

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