10 Questions
What is the main advantage of the pulverization method of solid waste disposal?
It reduces the volume of waste and makes it almost odorless
What is the role of insecticides like DDT in the disposal by land filling method?
To prevent breeding of mosquitoes and flies
What happens to the refuse during the disposal by land filling method?
It settles down by 25 to 38% of its original height
What is a demerit of the disposal by land filling method?
It requires costly plant and equipment
What is the purpose of the disposal into sea method of solid waste disposal?
To dispose of waste in an environmentally friendly manner
What is a demerit of the compositing method of solid waste disposal?
It produces odorous by-products
What is the main advantage of the incineration method of solid waste disposal?
It reduces the volume of solid waste
What is the purpose of pyrolysis in the solid waste disposal process?
To convert organic matter into stable compounds
What happens to the solid waste during the disposal into sea method?
It settles down by decomposition of organic matter
What is a merit of the land filling method of solid waste disposal?
It produces no residue or by-product
Test your knowledge on methods of solid waste disposal with this quiz. Learn about pulverization, land filling, composting, incineration, pyrolysis, and disposal into the sea. See how much you know about these different waste management techniques.
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