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How E-waste Works
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E-waste refers to your discarded electronics and electrical devices. Learn why it's so difficult to properly recycle e-waste.
Is antiperspirant toxic?
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Is antiperspirant toxic? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn if antiperspirant is toxic.
How does nuclear waste disposal work?
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Nuclear waste epitomizes the double-edged sword of modern technology. It's a toxic and radioactive byproduct of nuclear medicine, nuclear weapons manufacturing and nuclear power plants.
How does your skin eliminate waste?
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Skin eliminates waste to protect itself from toxins. See how skin eliminates waste and other skin health information.
Dispose of Toxic Household Chemicals, Safely
So, you're on board with detoxing your home and doing some green cleaning in your home; that's great! Learn more about disposing of toxic household chemicals, safely.
Is what we're recycling actually getting recycled?
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The waste collectors threw your recyclables into one big bin on their truck. How do you know your recyclables are being recycled? And what happens to them next?
The Unwrapped Candies Quiz!
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Few things are better than something sour, something sweet, or something chocolatey? You may recognize these popular and delicious treats without their wrapper, but that doesn't mean you can name them! Take this quiz to see if your outcome is sweet or sour.
What happens to your discarded old computer?
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Ever wonder what happens to your discarded, old computer? Learn where your discarded, old computer ends up and why your old computer can be dangerous.
How Ecofeminism Works
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Ecofeminism is a social movement that combines elements of feminism with ecology. Learn about ecofeminism and famous ecofeminists.
Can my computer poison me?
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Computer poison may not actually exist, but chemicals inside your computer, especially once discarded can be very toxic. See how your computer can poison.