Questions and Answers
Which term refers specifically to leftover food materials from kitchens and establishments?
What type of waste includes human waste that is typically wrapped and discarded in public areas?
Which of the following is classified as rubbish?
What is the proper term for animal waste found in barns and stables?
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Which of the following is NOT considered refuse?
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Study Notes
Waste Definitions
- Refuse encompasses food waste and discarded materials.
- Garbage consists of organic waste such as leftover vegetables, and food scraps from kitchens and establishments.
- Rubbish includes non-organic waste materials like bottles, glass, tin cans, paper, porcelain, metal, and wrappers.
Types of Waste
- Dead animals refer to those that are lifeless due to diseases or accidents, including dogs, cats, rats, pigs, and chickens.
- Stable manure originates from animal waste collected in barns and stables.
- Street night soil is human waste, typically wrapped, and deposited in streets and sidewalks, also accounting for waste from pail systems.
- Yard cuttings comprise organic materials like leaves, branches, and grass, often generated during garden maintenance and after storms.
Waste Disposal
- Waste disposal involves the proper handling and disposal of discarded materials in compliance with local environmental regulations and laws.
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Description
This quiz covers the various types of waste materials, including refuse, garbage, rubbish, and stable manure. Understand the distinctions between these terms and their implications for waste management practices. Test your knowledge on how to identify and categorize different waste forms.
