Green Warrior Class 5 Responsible Consumption and Production

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Nearly one-third of all food produced in the world is wasted. Why is wasting a single apple also considered a waste of "hidden" resources?

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A Because the apple could have been used to make a phone.
B Because of the "Virtual Water," land, and energy used to grow, transport, and pack that apple.
C Because the seeds inside the apple are made of gold.
D Because the apple will turn into a rock if not eaten.

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Answer: B. Because of the "Virtual Water," land, and energy used to grow, transport, and pack that apple.

Answer: (B)
Simple Explanation: When you throw away food, you aren't just wasting the fruit; you are wasting the months of water given to the tree, the fuel for the truck that delivered it, and the electricity used to keep it cool in the shop.

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Nearly one-third of all food produced in the world is wasted. Why is wasting a single apple also considered a waste of "hidden" resources?

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