AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Recycling aluminum is especially beneficial because
A.it uses a fraction of the energy of mining new ore
B.aluminum cannot be recycled
C.it costs more than mining
D.it produces more pollution than smelting
Explanation
Core Concept
Smelting bauxite is hugely energy-intensive; remelting scrap cuts energy ~95% — recycling's clearest win.
Correct Answer
Ait uses a fraction of the energy of mining new ore
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