To solve the problem of sorting the trash into the correct bin, we need to determine whether each item should go into the "GARBAGE" bin or the "RECYCLE" bin. Here's a step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Understand the categories
-
GARBAGE: Items that cannot be recycled and must be disposed of in the garbage bin.
-
RECYCLE: Items that can be processed for reuse or repurposing.
Step 2: Analyze each item
Let's examine each item from the image and decide where it belongs:
#### Top Row:
1.
Burnt toast: This is food waste and cannot be recycled. It goes in the
GARBAGE bin.
2.
Crisps packet: Typically made of non-recyclable materials (e.g., plastic and foil). Goes in the
GARBAGE bin.
3.
Plastic water bottle: Made of recyclable plastic. Goes in the
RECYCLE bin.
4.
Banana peel: Organic waste and not recyclable. Goes in the
GARBAGE bin.
5.
Glass jar: Recyclable material. Goes in the
RECYCLE bin.
6.
Jelly jar: Glass jars are recyclable. Goes in the
RECYCLE bin.
#### Bottom Row:
7.
Soda can: Made of aluminum, which is recyclable. Goes in the
RECYCLE bin.
8.
Plastic bottles: Made of recyclable plastic. Goes in the
RECYCLE bin.
9.
Turkey: Food waste and not recyclable. Goes in the
GARBAGE bin.
10.
Stack of paper: Paper is recyclable. Goes in the
RECYCLE bin.
11.
Light bulb: Not typically recyclable in standard recycling bins due to its components. Goes in the
GARBAGE bin.
12.
Plastic cup with straw: Made of non-recyclable plastic. Goes in the
GARBAGE bin.
Step 3: Place items in the correct bins
Based on the analysis above, here’s how the items should be sorted:
#### GARBAGE Bin:
- Burnt toast
- Crisps packet
- Banana peel
- Turkey
- Light bulb
- Plastic cup with straw
#### RECYCLE Bin:
- Plastic water bottle
- Glass jar
- Jelly jar
- Soda can
- Plastic bottles
- Stack of paper
Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{GARBAGE: Burnt toast, Crisps packet, Banana peel, Turkey, Light bulb, Plastic cup with straw}
}
\]
\[
\boxed{
\text{RECYCLE: Plastic water bottle, Glass jar, Jelly jar, Soda can, Plastic bottles, Stack of paper}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of recycling worksheets.
