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What are facts about recycling?
70% of trash that is thrown away could have been recycled. one aluminum can that is recycled could let u use the computer for 3 hours. One ton of newspaper saved 17 trees.One glass bottle that is recycled could light up 100 wat light bulps for 4 hours. Turning off the water while you brush your teeth could save you 1 gallon of water.
How long does it take for a glass bottle to decay?
It can take up to a million years for a glass bottle to decompose in a natural environment because glass is not biodegradable. However, glass can be recycled indefinitely, which is a more sustainable option to reduce its environmental impact.
What should you use other than plastic bottle?
simple! We can use glass bottles because it can be recycled
Why is a glass bottle important?
it is so imprtant beucase it receives light form outside and from the sun and also, they can be recycled
How does glass get recycled?
* recycled bottles are taken to recycling center * non-recyclables are removed by hand * different colored bottles are separated * bottles are cleaned * filtered (to remove bottle tops etc) * the cullet is melted in blast furnace * new bottles are made Crushed recycled glass is called "cullet" Making glass from recycled bottles uses only 40% of the energy of making them from raw materials (sand, limestone and soda ash) New glass products have up to 80% recycled content. Glass can be recycled infinitely over and over again! Contaminants: * ceramic (cups, plates, china, crockery) * drinking glasses * oven-proof glass all contaminate the recycled glass. As little as 5 grams (0.2 oz) per tonne can cause a weak spot in the glass which could explode when filled with liquid.See the related links below.
How products are recycled?
products are recycled in diffrent ways like paper is shreded first then made into more paper.glass is recycled by being smashed then washed then crushed then put into a hot boiler and shaped into any kind of glass bottle in the world.
How many times can glass be recycled?
Glass can be recycled forever until it gets contaminated.
Can glass be recycled if not why?
Yes it can. Glass can be recycled by melting it to make new glass items; but I believe it's not quite that simple.
How could a glass bottle help you survive?
It could contain water for instance.
Is the nail polish bottle made of glass?
Of course it can. The bottle is simply made of glass. With enough force the glass could shatter, but ive only seen it happen once.
What does glass turn into?
Glass does not undergo a chemical change under normal conditions, so it remains glass. However, it could be recycled or it can break into smaller pieces.
Current price per pound of recycled glass?
Here's a page I found with some recycled glass prices on it. http://www.recycle.net/Glass/glass/xv090100.html
