Management of Garbage – Advance

The video discusses the generation and disposal of waste, highlighting the challenges faced by civic authorities in managing large quantities of waste. It categorizes waste into municipal, industrial, agricultural, hospital, e-waste, and radioactive waste, explaining their sources and impacts. The video also differentiates between biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste, emphasizing the importance of proper disposal methods like composting, incineration, landfills, and recycling. Special attention is given to the management of hazardous waste, including hospital, radioactive, and e-waste, due to their potential health and environmental risks.

What is the term used for solid waste generated from homes and commercial places?

• Agricultural waste

• Radioactive waste

• Industrial waste

• Municipal solid waste

Which type of waste is generated from hospitals and is considered highly infectious?

• Municipal solid waste

• E-waste

• Hospital waste

• Construction waste

What are the two broad categories into which waste can be divided?

• Organic and Inorganic

• Solid and Liquid

• Hazardous and Non-hazardous

• Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable

Which method of waste disposal involves burning dry waste to produce heat energy?

• Composting

• Recycling

• Incineration

• Landfilling

What is a major environmental concern associated with landfills?

• Reduction in greenhouse gases

• Increase in soil fertility

• Production of methane gas

• Release of oxygen

How should radioactive waste be disposed of to minimize environmental impact?

• Sealed in containers and buried deep underground

• Buried in landfills

• Recycled into new products

• Burned in incinerators

What is a significant risk for workers involved in manual e-waste recycling in developing countries?

• High cost of recycling

• Shortage of e-waste materials

• Lack of job opportunities

• Exposure to toxic chemicals