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.
