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Waste Management and Types

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What is the definition of waste?

Any biological material that can be reused.

Discarded materials with no value in ordinary use. (correct)

Items that are stored for future use.

Materials that are useful and needed.

Which type of waste can potentially threaten public health or the environment?

Domestic waste

Recyclable waste

Compostable waste

Hazardous waste (correct)

What distinguishes organic waste from inorganic waste?

Organic waste comes from inorganic sources.

Organic waste includes synthetic materials.

Organic waste is easier to biodegrade than inorganic waste. (correct)

Organic waste is produced only in urban areas.

Which of the following is an example of liquid waste?

Wash-water from homes Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of solid waste?

Solid waste is predominantly garbage that we create in homes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of waste?

Sustainable waste Signup and view all the answers

Which is a key distinction between point source discharge and non-point source discharges?

Point source discharges are easier to regulate than non-point sources. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT qualify as inorganic waste?

Fruit and vegetable peels Signup and view all the answers

What is one common use for organic waste in gardening?

To make compost Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about waste size?

Waste can vary from large items to minute particles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Waste

Waste is considered discarded material that has no value in conventional use.

Waste Types

Waste encompasses items like trash, garbage, rubbish, or junk.
Waste comes in many forms: solid, liquid, gaseous waste, and waste heat.
Liquid waste originates from sources like homes (wash-water), industries (cleaning liquids), and detergents.
Solid waste consists of items like old tires, newspapers, broken furniture, and food waste.
Hazardous waste refers to any waste that may threaten public health or the environment.

Waste Categories

Organic waste: It originates from plants or animals like food waste, fruit peels, and flower trimmings.
- It is biodegradable, meaning it decomposes naturally over time.
- Organic waste can be composted and used as garden fertilizer.
Inorganic waste: It consists of materials that are difficult to biodegrade.
- Examples include sand, glass, metal scraps, and stones.
- These materials take a long time to decompose.

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Explore the various definitions and types of waste in this quiz. Learn about solid, liquid, and hazardous waste, along with organic and inorganic categories. Test your knowledge on waste management and its implications for the environment.