Curiosity Quest Goes Green: Recycling Light Bulbs
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesIn this episode, Joel Greene explores the Lighting Resources Facility in Texas, where they collect old light bulbs. They dump them all into an incredible machine that breaks them apart, safely collects the mercury, and cleans the remaining glass. Lastly, Joel follows the crushed light bulb remnants and watches the process of mixing the recycled light bulbs in with recycled glass to create gorgeous counter tops and flooring. Part of the Curiosity Quest Series.
Media Details
Runtime: 27 minutes 5 seconds
- Topic: Business, Science
- Subtopic: Conservation, Environmental Issues, Industry, Manufacturing
- Grade/Interest Level: 4 - 8
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- Release Year: 2012
- Producer/Distributor: Green Planet Films
- Series: Curiosity Quest
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