Solid Waste Classification and Impact

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.

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

Which of the following is considered residential waste?

• Leftover food and vegetable peels

• Metal and glass

• Dead animals

• Construction debris

What type of waste is generated from educational institutions?

• Agricultural waste

• Institutional waste

• Street waste

• Municipal waste

Which of the following is an example of combustible waste?

• Concrete

• Aluminum

• Paper

• Glass

What is a characteristic of biodegradable waste?

• It is non-combustible

• It is inorganic

• It decomposes quickly

• It is always hazardous

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

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

Which type of waste is associated with construction and demolition?

• Institutional waste

• Construction and demolition waste

• Street waste

• Bulky waste

What is a characteristic of hazardous waste?

• It is used in agriculture

• It can be corrosive and reactive

• It is non-toxic

• It is always biodegradable

What is a major component of sewage waste?

• Plastic

• Eggshells and bones

• Glass

• Metal