Fill in the Blanks C16U11 VocabularyOnline version complete the article with words and expressions from the box by Rodrigo Casas 1 biodegradable global resources chemicals drought pollution water landfill energy toxic freindly air environmentally consumption saving warming natural Altough environmental problems can seem overwhelming , there is hope if everyone gets involved in protecting our . Here's what you can do : CONSUME LESS ENERGY Climates are changing and ocean levels are rising because of . This growing problem is due to increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere as a result of the burning oil , coal , and gas . In order to save electricity , use - lightbulbs , and turn the air - conditioning down or off when possible . To conserve gas or oil , turn down the heat by 2°F ( 1°C ) . you'll also cut 10 percent off your bill ! DON'T USE YOUR CAR IF YOU DON'T HAVE TO Because cars consume energy and also cause . So instead of driving everywhere , use public transportation . Or ride a bicycle - you'll get good exercise and help you improve your city's air quality . AVOID TOXIC CLEANING PRODUCTS Look for brands , even if they're more expensive . This helps cut down on the that contaminate our rivers and oceans and are generally harmful to the environment . RECYCLE ALL OF YOUR GARBAGE Recycle newspapers , magazines batteries , andf all packaging such as cartons , bottles , cans , and plastics so that they don't end up in a . Packaging that is not can take years to decompose . And recycling paper , glass , pastic , and metal saves energy . CONSERVE WATER Even though 1 . 2 billion people in the world lack safe drinking water , people in developed countries use 15 bathtubfuls of water a day ! You can cut your in half by taking showers instead of baths . And water your lawn only once a week . Some people water lawns daily in spite of water shortages and warnings .
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