SOLID WASTE WORD MATCH - Solution

No. Word Definition
1. H. Cullet Recyclable, ground-up glass
2. E. Composting Changes organic materials into a soil-like mixture
3. A. Paper 30% of all landfill waste
4. I. Animal bedding A use of shredded newspaper
5. C. Cellulose insulation A use of finely ground newspaper
6. D. Aluminum Most is imported from Australia and Jamacia; recycling saves 95% of the energy to process
7. F. Plastics Made from petroleum and natural gas; gas; recycling is still in infancy
8. B. Motor oil Some communities require gas stations to collect this for recycling
9. K. Beverage containers Some states have deposits on these and collect up to 90% of them
10. J. Landfills or incinerators Materials that can't be recycled go here
11. G. Natural resources If materials aren't recycled, more of these items are used

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