Question

The 'five Rs' that will help us to conserve natural resources for long term use are

• A. Recycle, regenerate, refuse, reuse, repurpose
• B. Refuse, repurpose, reduce, regenerate, reuse
• C. Repurpose, reduce, reuse, redistribute, refuse
• D. Reduce, recycle, reuse, repurpose, refuse

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Reduce, recycle, reuse, repurpose, refuse

Reduce the consumption of various resources wherever possible. For example- we can reduce the consumption of electricity by switching off lights and other appliances when they are not required.
Recycle- There are many items which can be recycled again and again. Recycling is another way of reducing the demand for natural resources. For example- by recycling paper, we reduce the demand for wood and thus, help in saving the forest.
Reuse- Many items can be reused, many times. For example, the old newspaper can be used for packing many items. We can use one side printed sheets for our rough work at home/work.

Repurpose- This means when a product can no more be used for the original purpose, think carefully and use it for some other useful purpose. For example, cracked crockery, or cups with broken handles can be used to grow small plants and as feeding vessels for birds.

Refuse- This means to say No to things people offer you that you don’t need. Refuse to buy products that can harm you and the environment, say no to single-use plastic carry bags.

So, the correct answer is 'Reduce, recycle, reuse, repurpose, refuse'.