Solid Waste Disposal Methods Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of the pulverization method of solid waste disposal?

  • To compact solid waste into dense blocks for transport
  • To release solid waste into the atmosphere to aid decomposition
  • To convert solid waste into powder form to reduce volume and odor (correct)
  • To convert solid waste into liquid form for easy disposal
  • What is the purpose of spraying insecticides like DDT in the land filling method of waste disposal?

  • To accelerate the decomposition process
  • To improve the odor of the disposed waste
  • To neutralize harmful chemicals in the waste
  • To prevent breeding of mosquitoes and flies (correct)
  • What is a merit of the land filling method of waste disposal?

  • Involves complex procedures and skilled labor
  • Simple and economical method (correct)
  • Produces valuable by-products
  • Requires advanced and costly equipment
  • What happens to the refuse in the land filling method within two to twelve months?

    <p>It gets stabilized and settles down by 25 to 38% of its original height</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the end result of the pulverization method of solid waste disposal?

    <p>Waste may be used as manure or utilized for land filling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a demerit of the land filling method of waste disposal?

    <p>It may lead to breeding of mosquitoes and flies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of the pulverization method of solid waste disposal?

    <p>It reduces the volume of solid waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the end result of the composting method of solid waste disposal?

    <p>Use as manure or for land filling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a demerit of the incineration method of solid waste disposal?

    <p>It results in air pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of the pyrolysis method of solid waste disposal?

    <p>Production of energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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