DISPOSAL OPTIONS CROSSWORD (Grade 7-9)

This crossword tests your knowledge of solid waste disposal options and terms. You can either printout the page and fill in the diagram, or keep track of the answers on a sheet of paper. To check your solution, click here.


Across

3. To use an empty peanut butter jar for storing marbles in, for example.

4. To give away items that are no longer wanted to others who can make use of them, such as a theater group, hospital or homeless shelter.

6. Most cities put collected trash into a sanitary ________.

8. One way to keep yard and food waste out of the solid waste stream.

Down

1. Liquid runoff from a landfill or other solid waste source.

2. How most people deal with aluminum cans.

5. Reduces the volume of solid waste by up to 90% but requires special scrubbers to protect against air pollution.

7. When uncovered, this can produce odors, serve as a breeding ground for rats, may contaminate local water systems, and is an illegal method of disposal of hazardous wastes.


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