12.4.2 - Incineration
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What is incineration?
💡 Hint: Think about how we eliminate waste through burning.
Name one benefit of incineration.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to waste when it is burned.
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What is the primary purpose of incineration?
💡 Hint: Think about the process of eliminating waste through combustion.
Incineration can produce which of the following pollutants?
💡 Hint: Recall what harmful substances can be generated when organic waste is burned.
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Analyze the trade-offs of using incineration in waste management. What factors might influence whether a city should implement this strategy?
💡 Hint: Think about environmental concerns versus the technology's benefits.
Evaluate the effectiveness of emissions controls in minimizing the risks associated with incineration. What technologies can be employed?
💡 Hint: Consider common industrial and environmental engineering practices.
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