8.3 Solid Domestic Waste

8.3 Solid Domestic Waste

12th Grade

28 Qs

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8.3 Solid Domestic Waste

8.3 Solid Domestic Waste

Assessment

Quiz

Science

12th Grade

Easy

NGSS
MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4, MS-LS2-4

+12

Standards-aligned

Created by

Milan Neeley

Used 5+ times

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28 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following methods is commonly used for waste management?

Incineration

Dumping in landfills

Composting

All of the above

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is dumping waste in communal areas problematic?

Dumping waste in communal areas is problematic because it causes pollution, health risks, and harms the community's environment.

It creates job opportunities for waste management.

It provides food for local wildlife.

It helps improve the community's aesthetics.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of scavenging animals in waste disposal?

Scavenging animals help in waste disposal by consuming dead organic matter and recycling nutrients.

Scavenging animals primarily hunt live prey for food.

Scavenging animals are responsible for planting new trees and plants.

Scavenging animals contribute to waste disposal by creating more waste.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a trend away from using landfills in developed countries?

There is a trend towards using landfills because they are cheaper than recycling.

Landfills are becoming more popular due to increased waste production.

Developed countries are investing in more landfills to manage waste efficiently.

The trend away from using landfills in developed countries is driven by environmental concerns and a shift towards sustainable waste management.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the environmental concerns associated with landfills?

Landfills are a source of renewable energy without any risks.

Environmental concerns associated with landfills include soil and water contamination, greenhouse gas emissions, risks to wildlife, and negative impacts on local communities.

Landfills improve soil quality and promote biodiversity.

Landfills have no impact on local air quality.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of recycling in waste management?

To promote single-use products

To create more waste

The purpose of recycling in waste management is to reduce waste, conserve resources, and minimize environmental impact.

To increase landfill size

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does composting help in waste disposal?

Composting reduces waste volume and creates nutrient-rich soil amendment.

Composting is only effective for plastic waste disposal.

Composting increases waste volume and creates toxic soil.

Composting has no impact on soil quality or nutrients.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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