6.9 Materials: Using and Reusing
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                        6.9.21 Composting                    
                    Steps to Start Composting:
Choose a Compost Bin:
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Wow, this one is a fancy wooden bin for professionals. π  | 
Layer Green and Brown Waste:
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Keep It Moist and Aerated:
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Wait for the Magic:
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Common Mistakes and Fixes:
- Bad Smells? Too much green waste. Add dry leaves or paper.
 - Pests? Avoid adding meat, dairy, or oily foods.
 - Bread, chapati, naan, pita. Bread decomposes quickly and can attract pests like rats, mice, or insects ππ. Bury it under other materials like leaves π or grass clippings πΏ to avoid attracting pests.
 
Questions
- Would you try composting?
 - Do you have scraps at home to start composting?
 - Which step do you think is the hardest?
 



