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Define about garbage disposal |
| Answer» Waste disposal means removing, discarding, recycling or destroying unwanted materials called waste that is produced from agriculture, domestic usage or industrial products. Following the correct methods for waste disposal will ensure lesser pollution and hazards for the environment. Proper waste management is necessary with steps involving proper collection of waste and scientific treatments that may contribute less to water pollution, soil pollution and air pollution.Wastes can be of numerous types and much of the waste generated today is non-biodegradable waste. Globalization and industrialization have contributed to this hugely. The dumps with harmful substances in the waste can release toxic fumes and smoke. Therefore, the correct disposal for the particular kind of wastes is necessary, for example burning all kinds of wastes may lead to the above problem and cause harm to bodies. Also, dumping into rivers and filling land depressions without proper administration is not encouraged. Wastes including plastics, batteries, sanitary and oil products should be properly disposed of. Doing so may result in a hazardous environment and polluted atmosphere.\xa0Methods of Waste Disposal\xa0The various methods of waste disposal known are as follows:\t\tLandfill\t\t\tIncineration\t\t\tBiogas Generation\t\t\tComposting\t\t\tWaste compaction\t\t\tVermicomposting\t | |