Describe the changes that happen in materials when they are thrown away. Read the situation.
Mina’s Trash
Mina is collecting the trash from her household for the garbage collection this weekend. Describe the changes that occurred in each material after they were thrown away
Answer (1)
Food Waste – Decomposes or rots; turns into compost if managed well.Plastic – Does not rot; stays in the environment for hundreds of years unless recycled.Paper – Breaks down easily when wet; can be recycled if clean.Glass – Does not change much; can be reused or recycled into new glass.Metal Cans – May rust over time; can also be recycled into new metal items.Key Idea:Materials either decompose, stay unchanged, or are recycled—depending on their type and how they are handled after being thrown away.
