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    ​What is the best method of disposal of hazardous waste?​
    Question

    ​What is the best method of disposal of hazardous waste?​

    A.

    Landfills

    B.

    Ocean dumping

    C.

    Incineration

    D.

    Composting

    Correct option is C

    The correct answer is (C) Incineration.

    • Incineration is a method of waste management that involves burning solid waste in a furnace to reduce its volume and produce energy. 
    • It's the most common way to dispose of hazardous waste, including hospital waste

    How it works 

    • Incinerators burn waste at high temperatures to create ash, heat, and combustion gases
    • The combustible parts of the waste combine with oxygen to create carbon dioxide and water
    • The inorganic parts of the waste create ash
    • The heat produced can be converted into electricity

    Benefits

    • Incineration can reduce the volume of waste to be disposed of 
    • It can destroy microorganisms and render waste unrecognizable 
    • It can be used to treat large volumes of infectious waste 

    Drawbacks 

    • Incineration can release pollutants like dioxins, furans, and nitrogen oxides into the air
    • It can release greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change
    • The ash residue can contain heavy metals and other toxins
    • Incineration facilities can discourage efforts to reduce waste generation and recycle.

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