How to Recycle Batteries |

Millions of batteries are bought and used in American households every year.Those numbers increased rapidly once those households started getting handful after handful of small, portable electronics, power tools and other gadgets.Simply tossing batteries in the trash, however, isn’t the best way to get rid of them when they’re done working. Keep reading to learn more.Types of BatteriesBatteries come in many different types, sizes and chemistries. Single-use batteries can be removed when they stop working and are commonly found in remote controls, watches, pacemakers, hearing aids, toys and more. Single-use batteries have a different recycling process than rechargeable and cellphone batteries, so not all recycling locations take them.Rechargeable…

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