Landfill Sites Flashcards

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Landfill Releases…

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-Poisonous gases, methane and carbon dioxide
-Leachate seeps into groundwater and poisons wildlife

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Contribution to Landfill sites from what and how much

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Two thirds of waste contain biodegradable matter from households, business and industry

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Greater effect of Landfills on the environment

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Huge cause of global warming

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