Waste container facts for kids
A waste container is a special box or bin used to hold trash. People put their unwanted items, or refuse, into these containers. They are usually made from strong plastic or metal.
These containers are known by different names around the world. In British English, you might hear them called a dustbin, rubbish-bin, or just a bin. In American English, they are often called a trash can. No matter the name, their job is the same: to keep our surroundings tidy.
Why We Use Waste Containers
Waste containers help us keep our homes, schools, and public places clean. They store all the trash safely until it can be taken away. This stops rubbish from being scattered everywhere, which helps prevent bad smells and keeps pests away.
How Waste is Collected
Once a waste container is full, special workers called collectors come to empty it. They take the rubbish to a place where it can be dealt with properly.
- Landfills: Some trash goes to a landfill. This is a large area of land where waste is buried.
- Incinerators: Other trash might go to an incinerator. This is a special facility where waste is burned at very high temperatures. This process can sometimes even create energy!
Recycling Bins
Many communities also use special waste containers just for recycling. These bins help us separate items like plastic bottles, paper, glass, and metal cans. When we recycle, these materials can be made into new products. This saves natural resources and reduces the amount of waste that goes into landfills.
Images for kids
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Public waste container in Sweden
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Art on waste containers
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A pedal bin from 1972
See also
In Spanish: Cubo de basura para niños
