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Class 9

Waste - Disposal

Note on Waste - Disposal

Safe Disposal Methods

Waste Disposal Methods

  • Segregation: The separation of waste into different categories, such as biodegradable and non-biodegradable.
  • Dumping: The disposal of waste in a landfill.
  • Composting: The process of converting organic waste into a nutrient-rich soil conditioner.
  • Drainage: The removal of water from an area.
  • Effluent Treatment: The process of treating wastewater before it is discharged into the environment.
  • Incineration: The process of burning waste at high temperatures.
  • Electrostatic Precipitators: Devices that use an electric charge to remove particles from a gas stream.

Domestic Waste Management

  • Segregation: Separating waste into biodegradable and non-biodegradable.
  • Garden Compost: A mixture of decaying organic matter, as from leaves and manure, used for fertilizing and conditioning land.
  • Sewage Treatment: The process of removing contaminants from wastewater.
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