Multiple choice

Why is it advised to throw cooking oils and fats in the dustbin?

  1. As they kill microbes

  2. As they harden and block the pipes

  3. As they do in fact water

  4. As they lead to water borne diseases
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Cooking oils and fats harden when cooled and can accumulate in pipes, causing stubborn blockages and backups in the drainage system. Unlike liquids that remain fluid, these fats solidify and adhere to pipe walls, trapping other debris and creating serious plumbing problems that are difficult and expensive to clear.

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