4 - Waste Streams and Management Strategies
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Practice Questions
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What type of waste includes household refuse?
π‘ Hint: Think about waste generated at home.
What does recycling involve?
π‘ Hint: Itβs about reusing materials instead of throwing them away.
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Which type of waste includes business refuse?
π‘ Hint: Think of where refuse comes from.
True or False: Energy recovery is the least preferred option in waste management.
π‘ Hint: Remember the order of preference in the management hierarchy.
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How can municipalities enhance their recycling rates amidst challenges of contamination and market volatility?
π‘ Hint: Consider how community involvement can play a role.
Analyze the benefits and disadvantages of energy recovery from waste as opposed to traditional landfilling.
π‘ Hint: Reflect on both short-term and long-term impacts.
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