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What are the 5Rs of waste management?
What are the 5Rs of waste management?
- Reduce, reuse, recycle, return, refuse
- Refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle, return
- Reduce, return, reuse, refuse, recycle (correct)
- Return, refuse, reduce, recycle, reuse
Which of the following is a common method for disposing of organic waste?
Which of the following is a common method for disposing of organic waste?
- Burning
- Composting (correct)
- Burying in a landfill
- Dumping in the ocean
What is the difference between organic and inorganic waste?
What is the difference between organic and inorganic waste?
- Organic waste is hazardous, while inorganic waste is not.
- Organic waste can be broken down naturally, while inorganic waste cannot. (correct)
- Organic waste is biodegradable, while inorganic waste is not.
- Organic waste is man-made, while inorganic waste is natural.
What is EM Bokashi?
What is EM Bokashi?
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What are the benefits of composting?
What are the benefits of composting?
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Why is waste management infrastructure limited in Myanmar?
Why is waste management infrastructure limited in Myanmar?
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Who can make a difference in sustainable waste management?
Who can make a difference in sustainable waste management?
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Study Notes
- Waste can be managed through the 5Rs: reduce, return, reuse, refuse, and recycle.
- There are two types of waste: organic and inorganic.
- Organic waste can be broken down naturally, while inorganic waste cannot.
- Composting is a common method for organic waste disposal.
- Composting reduces waste in landfills, creates nutrient-rich soil, and saves money.
- EM Bokashi is another method for neutralizing organic waste.
- Bokashi uses a mixture of Effective Microorganisms (EM) and bran to ferment organic matter.
- Bokashi can break down a wider range of organic materials than traditional composting.
- Waste management infrastructure is limited in Myanmar.
- Individuals and communities can still make a difference by practicing sustainable waste management.
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