12.4 - Methods of Waste Disposal
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Practice Questions
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What is landfilling?
💡 Hint: Think about where waste might go if not recycled.
Name one benefit of composting.
💡 Hint: What do we get from breaking down organic waste?
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What is a disadvantage of landfilling?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when waste is buried.
True or False: Incineration completely eliminates the need for landfills.
💡 Hint: What types of waste are usually left over?
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Evaluate the effectiveness of recycling in reducing landfill use and its impact on the environment.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of recycling in a circular economy.
Propose a waste disposal strategy for a small town facing landfill overflow issues, incorporating at least three different methods.
💡 Hint: Think about how each method can complement the others.
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