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What is the definition of solid waste?

Only materials that are abandoned by being disposed of

Any wasted material that is abandoned by being disposed of, burned, or incinerated, recycled, or regarded waste-like (correct)

Any material that is burned or incinerated

Materials that are recycled or regarded waste-like

What is putrescible waste mainly composed of?

Degradable organic matter and moisture (correct)

Non-degradable organic matter

Non-biodegradable materials

Inorganic matter and free liquids

What activities can produce solid waste?

Only mining and agricultural activities

Only industrial and commercial activities

Only residential and communal activities

Industrial, commercial, mining, agricultural, residential, and communal activities (correct)

What is municipal solid waste commonly known as?

Garbage Signup and view all the answers

According to Annie Leonard, what happens when we throw anything away?

It must go somewhere Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of putrescible waste?

Degradable organic matter and moisture Signup and view all the answers

What activities can produce solid waste?

Industrial, commercial, mining, agricultural, residential, and communal activities Signup and view all the answers

How is a solid waste described?

Any wasted material that is abandoned by being disposed of, burned, or incinerated, recycled, or regarded 'waste-like' Signup and view all the answers

What is municipal solid waste commonly known as?

Garbage Signup and view all the answers

According to Annie Leonard, what happens when we throw anything away?

It must go somewhere Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Solid Waste Definition and Composition

Solid waste is defined as any discarded or abandoned material that is not a liquid or a gas.

Putrescible Waste

Putrescible waste is mainly composed of organic matter, such as food waste, yard trimmings, and paper products.
The main component of putrescible waste is organic matter.

Sources of Solid Waste

Various activities can produce solid waste, including households, commercial establishments, institutions, and industrial facilities.
Activities that produce solid waste include construction, demolition, and mining operations.

Municipal Solid Waste

Municipal solid waste is commonly known as trash or garbage.

Consequences of Throwing Away Waste

According to Annie Leonard, when we throw anything away, it doesn't actually go away, but rather gets transported to another place, often in a developing country.

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Test your knowledge of solid waste characteristics with this quiz on industrial waste management and control. Explore the various aspects of solid waste disposal, recycling, and environmental impact.