Middle+School+Recycling+Worksheet+1


 * __Middle School Recycle Worksheet__**

1. What does MRF stand for?

2. Describe what it would mean for a recyclable product to be contaminated.

3. Write a definition for recycle.

4. What is composting? (Describe in detail)

5. What is the percentage of discarded materials/items that the U.S. was recycling by the end of the 20th century?

6. In your own words describe all the things that happened with recycling in the year 1996.

7. Describe a Pay as you Throw program.

8. Why are half of the states in our country banning yard trimmings?

9. What items are needed to compost?

10. What items should you NOT add to your compost?