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Hazardous Waste Quiz

Authored by Jessica Jaeger

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8th Grade

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Hazardous Waste Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the different types of hazardous waste?

biodegradable, non-biodegradable, recyclable waste

organic, inorganic, medical waste

flammable, corrosive, reactive, toxic, and radioactive waste

solid, liquid, gaseous waste

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Name one method of disposing hazardous waste.

Landfill

Dumping in rivers

Burying in backyard

Incineration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the environmental impacts of hazardous waste?

Increase in biodiversity, preservation of natural resources, improvement of air quality

Protection of wildlife habitats, conservation of water resources, promotion of human well-being

Pollution of air, water, and soil; contamination of ecosystems and wildlife; negative effects on human health.

Enhancement of ecosystem services, promotion of sustainable development, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the health risks associated with hazardous waste?

Headaches, dizziness, and nausea.

Respiratory problems, skin irritation, organ damage, cancer, and death.

Allergies and asthma.

Joint pain and muscle weakness.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of hazardous waste is flammable?

Biodegradable waste

Flammable waste

Toxic waste

Radioactive waste

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most common method of hazardous waste disposal?

incineration

recycling

landfilling

composting

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does hazardous waste affect aquatic ecosystems?

Hazardous waste has no impact on aquatic ecosystems.

Hazardous waste can contaminate water bodies, harm aquatic organisms, and disrupt the ecosystem.

Hazardous waste promotes the growth of aquatic plants.

Hazardous waste only affects larger aquatic organisms.

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