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Effective Waste Management Practices

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What is the primary goal of waste treatment?

To pollute the environment

To increase the danger of industrial waste

To make industrial waste less hazardous (correct)

To change the chemical properties of waste

What does physical treatment of waste affect?

Chemical properties of waste

Physical properties of waste (correct)

Biological properties of waste

None of the above

What type of treatment is not mentioned in the text?

Biological treatment

Chemical treatment

Physical treatment

Radiation treatment (correct)

Why is waste treatment useful?

Because it decreases the danger of industrial waste Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the chemical properties of waste after physical treatment?

They remain the same Signup and view all the answers

What type of treatment changes the physical properties of waste?

Physical treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making industrial waste less hazardous?

To prevent pollution Signup and view all the answers

What type of treatment does not change the physical properties of waste?

Chemical treatment Signup and view all the answers

Why is waste treatment the least preferred method?

Because it is the least preferred method in preventing pollution Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of waste treatment?

Less hazardous waste Signup and view all the answers

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Importance of Effective Waste Management

Effective waste management practices can prevent incidents, harm to employees, and shutdowns
Lack of access to information on waste management practices can have negative consequences, such as harming employees or shutting down a factory

Sources of Waste

Classified into five types: Industrial, Commercial, Domestic, Medical, and Agricultural
Domestic waste includes various waste generated from household activities like cooking and cleaning, including papers, vegetable peels, and leftovers

Agricultural Waste

Various wastes produced in agricultural fields are known as agricultural wastes
In-process recycling includes reusing water, finding alternate uses for recycled items, and optimizing raw materials at other stages

Waste Treatment

Waste treatment is the least preferred method of pollution prevention
Includes physical, chemical, and biological treatment to change the properties of industrial hazardous waste and make it less harmful
Physical treatment changes the physical properties (size, shape, or state) of the waste but does not affect the chemical properties

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Learn about effective waste management practices to prevent incidents, keep employees safe, and avoid shutdowns. Test your knowledge on the importance of proper waste disposal in various industries.