Miah's Two-Phase Process Description Builder

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The diagram below shows the process for recycling plastic bottles.

Plastic bottle recycling process diagram

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

👤 Student Information

✏️ Phase 1: Sequencing & Process Words

Instructions: Fill in the blanks with appropriate sequencing and process words. Use the word bank below to help you describe the process logically. Focus on how these words show the order and flow of the recycling process.

📝 Word Bank - Sequencing & Process Language:

First / Firstly Initially To begin with Then / Next After this / After that Following this Subsequently Once At this stage During this phase Finally Lastly In the final stage Meanwhile Before Where

Introduction

The diagram the process by which plastic bottles are recycled and transformed into new products. , the process involves multiple stages, from collection to the production of new items.

Overview

, the recycling process consists of nine main stages. It begins with the collection of used plastic bottles and ends with the manufacture of new products. these stages, the bottles undergo several transformations including sorting, crushing, and processing into raw materials.

Body Paragraph 1 (Early Stages)

, people place their used plastic bottles into recycling bins. , a collection truck gathers these bottles and transports them to a recycling centre, they are sorted. the sorting process, the bottles are compressed into large blocks to save space and facilitate handling.

Body Paragraph 2 (Processing & Final Stages)

, the compressed blocks are crushed into small pieces. These pieces are thoroughly washed to remove any contaminants. being cleaned, the plastic fragments are heated and converted into plastic pellets. , these pellets are processed into raw material in the form of long rolls, which are used to manufacture new products such as bottles, clothing, and containers, completing the recycling cycle.

✍️ Phase 2: Content Framework

Instructions: Now write your complete process description! Fill in each section describing the recycling process in your own words. Remember to use passive voice, sequencing language, and be specific about what happens at each stage.

Introduction

Example: "The diagram illustrates the various stages involved in recycling plastic bottles into new products."

Overview

Example: "Overall, the recycling process consists of nine distinct stages, beginning with the collection of used bottles and ending with the production of new items. Throughout this process, the plastic undergoes several transformations."

Body Paragraph 1 - Initial Stages (Collection, Transport, Sorting, Compressing)

Example: "The process begins when people dispose of their used plastic bottles in designated recycling bins."

Example: "Subsequently, a collection truck gathers the bottles from various locations and transports them to a recycling facility."

Example: "At the recycling centre, the bottles are sorted according to type and colour. Following this, they are compressed into large, dense blocks."

Body Paragraph 2 - Processing Stages (Crushing, Washing, Pellets, New Material, Products)

Example: "Next, the compressed blocks are crushed into small plastic pieces."

Example: "These fragments are then washed thoroughly to remove any dirt, labels, or contaminants."

Example: "After cleaning, the plastic pieces are heated and formed into small pellets. These pellets are subsequently processed into raw material in the form of large rolls."

Example: "Finally, this raw material is used to manufacture new products such as bottles, clothing, and packaging materials, thereby completing the recycling cycle."