Solid Waste Classification and Impact

Solid Waste Classification and Impact

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the classification of solid waste into source-based and type-based categories. Source-based classification includes residential, commercial, institutional, municipal, industrial, agricultural, and open areas. Type-based classification covers garbage, ashes, combustible and non-combustible waste, bulky waste, street waste, biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste, dead animals, abandoned vehicles, construction and demolition waste, farm waste, hazardous waste, and sewage waste. The video concludes with a summary and tips for exam preparation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main categories of solid waste classification?

Source-based and type-based

Residential and commercial

Biodegradable and non-biodegradable

Hazardous and non-hazardous

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is considered residential waste?

Leftover food and vegetable peels

Metal and glass

Dead animals

Construction debris

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of waste is generated from educational institutions?

Agricultural waste

Institutional waste

Street waste

Municipal waste

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of combustible waste?

Concrete

Aluminum

Paper

Glass

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of biodegradable waste?

It is non-combustible

It is inorganic

It decomposes quickly

It is always hazardous

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What impact does dead animal waste have on the environment?

It enhances street aesthetics

It attracts flies and causes decay

It is used as fertilizer

It is a source of renewable energy

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common issue with abandoned vehicles?

They create major waste

They enhance urban beauty

They are easily recycled

They are used for public transport

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