9.1 - SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
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Practice Questions
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What is solid waste?
💡 Hint: Think about items that are thrown away.
Name two types of solid waste.
💡 Hint: Consider common waste you see daily.
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What type of waste includes food scraps and paper products?
💡 Hint: Think about waste that can break down over time.
True or False: Incineration reduces the volume of municipal solid waste.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to waste when it is burned.
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Analyze the impact of a large municipal solid waste landfill on a nearby community's health outcomes. What strategies should be put in place to minimize these adverse effects?
💡 Hint: Consider how exposure to waste can lead to health issues over time.
Evaluate the challenges of introducing a city-wide recycling program. What factors need to be considered to ensure success?
💡 Hint: Think about what will motivate people to recycle and the resources needed.
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