Waste Management Systems and Technologies
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Which materials are collected in the yellow container?

  • Glass packaging
  • Paper and cardboard
  • Organic matter
  • Cans of preserves (correct)
  • What type of waste is NOT collected by specialized companies?

  • Batteries
  • Medicines and drugs
  • Used oil
  • Glass (correct)
  • Among the following, which item should be placed in the yellow container?

  • Kitchen utensils
  • Aerosols (correct)
  • Plastic food packaging
  • Rubber gloves
  • Which of the following is considered a bulky waste item?

    <p>Electrical equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT classified as organic waste?

    <p>Plastic bags</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item is incorrectly matched with its waste management category?

    <p>Batteries - Bulky waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of waste is collected in the 'remain fraction' category?

    <p>Non-recyclable residues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of electronic waste?

    <p>WEEE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the eddy current separator in waste treatment?

    <p>To separate nonferrous metallic particles from other particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the repulsive force between two magnetic fields play in the operation of an eddy current separator?

    <p>It alters the trajectory of metallic particles for separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term RAEE relates to which type of waste?

    <p>Waste from electrical and electronic equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of waste in the content?

    <p>Industrial waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of having the same magnetic field direction in an eddy current separator?

    <p>It produces repulsive forces to aid in separating nonferrous metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an eddy current separator (ECS) in waste management?

    <p>To separate nonferrous metallic particles from other materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is primarily used to improve the efficiency of waste collection systems?

    <p>Estimating the truck capacity based on compaction ratios</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eddy currents in the eddy current separator are induced by which of the following?

    <p>Rotating magnetic drums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ratio of the density after compaction to that before compaction is used to estimate what in waste management?

    <p>Truck capacity for waste collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of materials does eddy current separation specifically target?

    <p>Nonferrous metallic particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of waste treatment, what is a significant advantage of using eddy current separation (ECS) technology?

    <p>It efficiently separates metals without chemical processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When designing a waste collection system, what must be taken into consideration regarding truck capacity?

    <p>The compaction ratio of the collected waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying principle behind the separation process in eddy current separators?

    <p>Induction of alternating eddy currents in conductive materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of converting organic waste into biogas called?

    <p>Biomethanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what temperature range does mesophilic anaerobic digestion typically occur?

    <p>25°C - 40°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the basic components of gas obtained from the process described?

    <p>CO, CO2, H2, CH4, volatile compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main output of the anaerobic digestion process?

    <p>Biogas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of waste is primarily characterized by long-chain hydrocarbons like tars and oils?

    <p>Liquid waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of reactor is used in thermophilic anaerobic digestion?

    <p>Thermophilic Reactor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does OFUSW stand for in the context of waste treatment?

    <p>Organic Fraction of Urban Solid Waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range for mesophilic bacteria?

    <p>20-40 ºC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a special requirement for biological conversion processes?

    <p>Inorganic content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of anaerobic digestion is heating essential to maintain the reactor temperature?

    <p>Thermophilic Digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically found in the effluent of the anaerobic digestion process?

    <p>Liquid Fertilizer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the optimum Total Solids concentration for composting?

    <p>40-65%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the mechanical shaker in the biogas generation process?

    <p>To mix organic waste and improve microbial contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria is involved in the methanogenic phase of biological conversion?

    <p>Methanogenic archaea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of solid waste from the described processes?

    <p>Non-combustible materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which temperature range would you find psychrophilic bacteria?

    <p>&lt; 20 ºC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Waste Management Collection

    • Waste management system design calculations are used to estimate truck capacity
    • The ratio of density after compaction to before compaction plays a key role in truck capacity estimates
    • Waste collection systems are designed to optimize truck capacity, minimizing stops and driving time

    Waste Management Separation in the Plant

    • Eddy current separation (ECS) is a physical technology used to separate nonferrous metallic particles from waste
    • ECS works by inducing alternating eddy currents in nonferrous metallic particles when they encounter a variable magnetic field generated by a rotating magnetic drum
    • The alternating eddy current causes a new magnetic field in the nonferrous metallic particles, creating a repulsive force between the magnetic fields of the ECS and the metallic particles, pushing them away from other particles

    Waste Treatment: Fractions

    • RAEE (Resíduos de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos) and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipments) represent specific waste categories
    • The State Framework Waste Management Plan (PEMAR 2016-2022) provides guidelines for managing RAEE and WEEE

    Waste Treatment: Biological Conversion

    • Composting and Biomethanization are key biological conversion methods, each with specific requirements, including temperature, moisture, organic load, C/N balance, and technology selection
    • Composting typically requires higher total solids concentration (40-65%) compared to Biomethanization (4-30%)

    Temperature Parameters in Biological Conversion

    • Psychrophilic: < 20 ºC
    • Mesophilic: 20-40 ºC
    • Thermophilic: 40-60 ºC
    • Hyperthermophilic: > 60 ºC

    Biomethanization Process and Configurations

    • Biomethanization involves the anaerobic digestion (AD) of organic matter, producing biogas and effluent
    • Different AD configurations exist, including mechanical/shaker, thermophilic/mesophilic, and single-stage/two-stage systems
    • Biomethanization can occur at different temperatures, with thermophilic digestion typically happening at 55°C and mesophilic digestion at 35°C
    • Organic fraction of urban solid waste (OFUSW) is a common input material for biomethanization
    • Biogas is a valuable energy resource produced in biomethanization

    Waste Treatment: Biological Conversion: Biomethanization - Configurations

    • Mechanical shaker systems promote mixing and material movement within the digester
    • Thermophilic reactors operate at higher temperatures, often exceeding 55°C, favoring microbial communities that thrive at elevated temperatures
    • Mesophilic reactors typically operate at temperatures between 30°C and 40°C, suitable for moderately warm environments
    • Anaerobic Reactors are the core components of biomethanization, providing the necessary environment for anaerobic digestion to occur
    • The effluent from biomethanization is a byproduct that can be further treated and potentially used for various purposes

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