Take the quiz and learn a little more about hazardous waste! Household Hazardous Waste is the used or leftover household products that have hazardous (dangerous) ingredients. These products, if not used and taken care of properly, can be harmful to you and the environment. Many products we use, including paints and varnishes, household cleaners, batteries, weed and pest killers (pesticides), motor oil, rubber cement, and more can be found in your kitchen, garage, workshop, bathroom, basement, and in your classroom at school. How much hazardous waste do Americans generate each year? 247,000 Tons 14,500 Tons 1.6 Million Tons 3 Million Tons How much hazardous waste can the average home accumulate in the basement, garage, and storage areas? 1 Ton 100 Pounds 25 Pounds 500 Pounds Which organization formed in 1970 protects the nation's environment from pollution? Friends of the Earth International Environmental Action Organization Hazardous Pollution Administration Environmental Protection Agency Many household products contain the same chemicals as strictly regulated industrial wastes. True False Is recycled motor oil used in race cars? Yes No Created with QuizScript