COMMUNICATE Discuss the questions below in small groups.
1. Did any information from Exercise 1 surprise you? Explain.
2. Think about the trash you produce. Does it include items that decompose slowly or that don’t
decompose at all?
3. Based on what you learned, will you make any changes like buying fewer disposable items?
1. Yes, I was surprised at the amount of time it takes for some items to decompose. I never thought about how long things like disposable diapers or plastic bottles would take to break down.
2. I definitely produce a lot of trash that doesn't decompose quickly, like plastic packaging and metal cans. I also have some items like old electronics or batteries that don't decompose at all.
3. I think I will definitely make some changes after learning about the impact of different materials on the environment. I will try to buy fewer disposable items and opt for more sustainable options, like using reusable water bottles or shopping bags. I also want to make more of an effort to properly recycle or dispose of items that don't decompose easily. It's important to be more mindful of our trash production and its impact on the planet.