Type Of Wastes

Question 1

wastes cannot be degraded quickly through normal means.

Answer 1

Non biodegradable

Question 2

wastes are capable of being decomposed by microorganisms.

Answer 2

Biodegradable

Question 3

These are wastes in liquid form.
● These can flow into the environment as a result.

Answer 3

Liquid waste

Question 4

are any gaseous material due to be discarded.

Answer 4

Gas waste

Question 5

causing injury or death when inhaled or ingested

Answer 5

Toxic

Question 6

can easily ignite and burn rapidly

Answer 6

Flammable

Question 7

can burn skin on contact and can erode away surface of materials

Answer 7

Corrosive

Question 8

can react with other substances to produce toxic vapors or explosions

Answer 8

Reactive

Question 9

need unique regulatory requirements for disposal.
● These include clinical wastes and asbestos.

Answer 9

Special wastes

Question 10

refers to any discarded or rejected material mainly from human activities and some other processes.

Answer 10

Waste

Question 11

These include clinical wastes and asbestos.

Answer 11

Special waste