Solid Waste

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What is solid waste?

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Solid waste refers to any unwanted or discarded material that is in solid form. This includes household garbage, industrial waste, and construction debris.

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What are biodegradable materials?

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Biodegradable materials are substances that can be broken down by biological processes, such as food waste and paper.

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What is plastic waste?

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Plastic waste is non-biodegradable waste that cannot be broken down by natural processes, leading to environmental pollution.

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What is a landfill?

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A landfill is a designated area where waste is disposed of by burying it in the ground.

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What is incineration?

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Incineration is a waste treatment process that involves burning waste at high temperatures to reduce its volume.

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What does 'recovery' mean in waste management?

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Recovery refers to the process of extracting useful materials or energy from waste, rather than disposing of it.

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What are Superfund sites?

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Superfund sites are contaminated locations in the U.S. that require long-term cleanup efforts due to hazardous waste.

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What is a corrosive substance?

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A corrosive substance is a material that can destroy or damage other materials, including metals, through chemical reactions.

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What is the significance of Love Canal?

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Love Canal is a neighborhood in New York that became infamous for its environmental disaster caused by toxic waste dumping.

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What is the role of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?

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The EPA is a U.S. government agency responsible for protecting human health and the environment by enforcing regulations.