Recycling
Recycling
Recycling (pronunciation: /riːˈsaɪklɪŋ/) is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. The etymology of the word "recycling" comes from the prefix "re-", meaning "again" and "cycle", meaning "a series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order".
Process
The recycling process involves three main steps: collection and processing, manufacturing, and selling.
- Collection and processing: This involves gathering recyclable materials and processing them into raw materials. This can include sorting, cleaning, and shredding of materials.
- Manufacturing: The raw materials are then used to manufacture new products. This can include everything from paper and glass to plastic and metal products.
- Selling: The new products are then sold to consumers, completing the recycling cycle.
Benefits
Recycling has numerous benefits, including conserving natural resources, reducing pollution, and saving energy. It also creates jobs and promotes sustainable development.
Related Terms
- Waste management: The process of treating solid wastes and offers a variety of solutions for recycling items that don't belong to trash.
- Composting: A natural process that turns organic material into a nutrient-rich soil conditioner.
- Landfill: A site for the disposal of waste materials by burial and is the oldest form of waste treatment.
- Incineration: A waste treatment process that involves the combustion of organic substances contained in waste materials.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Recycling
- Wikipedia's article - Recycling
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