<human>: Which is more environmentally friendly: recycling or composting?
<bot>: Recycling uses fewer resources and produces less pollution than composting. Recycling involves collecting, sorting, and repurposing materials that would otherwise be thrown away. Composting involves using biodegradable material to create nutrient-rich soil for gardening. Composting reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and requires significantly less energy than recycling.