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8. How can individuals 'Reduce' waste in their daily lives?

9. A family decided to reduce their household waste by purchasing products with minimal
packaging. They also started buying in bulk to avoid multiple small packages and began using
cloth bags instead of plastic ones. Additionally, they installed water-saving devices and
energy-efficient appliances to lower their consumption.

Questions:
a) Which 'R' principle is the family practicing by choosing products with minimal packaging
and buying in bulk?
b) In what ways does reducing consumption help in waste management?
c) What are the long-term benefits of reducing household waste?

10. A local recycling facility processes materials like paper, plastic, and
metal to create new products. This process reduces the need for
virgin materials, conserves energy, and minimizes pollution. The
facility also educates the public on proper recycling practices to
improve efficiency.

Questions:
a) Which 'R' principle is the recycling facility focusing on?
b) What are the environmental benefits of recycling?

11. Observe the picture carefully and answer the
following questions:

a) Write the types of wastes collected in each
color of dustbins shown above.

b) What is the primary purpose of waste
segregation?

12. Scenario: Residents living near a landfill site
report health issues potentially related to landfill
operations, including respiratory problems and
water contamination.

Question: Assess the possible health risks
associated with proximity to landfill sites and
recommend measures to protect community
health and safety.

13. Name two ways how to manage biodegradable wastes and define it.

14. How reusing is better option than recycling?

15. Why should we use paper carefully?