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CSEC Human and Social Biology · May/June 2009 · Paper 2 · Question 8(a)(i)

Solid waste management and classification.

Explain what is meant by 'non-biodegradable'.

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  1. 8(a)(ii)Give ONE example of a biodegradable waste material and ONE example of a non-biodegradable waste material.[2 marks]
  2. 8(b)(i)Identify which word (reuse, reduce, recycle) best applies to placing bottles in a green bin and newspapers/magazines in a blue bin for collection.[1 mark]
  3. 8(b)(ii)Identify which word (reuse, reduce, recycle) best applies to refilling a water bottle at the supermarket.[1 mark]
  4. 8(b)(iii)Identify which word (reuse, reduce, recycle) best applies to bringing a basket and avoiding plastic packaging when buying vegetables.[1 mark]
  5. 8(c)Suggest TWO negative effects of a dump.[2 marks]
  6. 8(d)Suggest TWO benefits of proper disposal of household and industrial waste.[2 marks]

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