Types of Waste
What is municipal solid waste?
Common household and commercial trash
What are the three Rs of waste management?
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
What environmental issue is directly caused by plastic waste in oceans?
harm to marine wildlife.
What type of waste includes batteries, pesticides, and paint?
Hazardous Waste
What is the term for turning waste into new materials or products?
Recycling
What gas is released when organic waste decomposes in landfills without oxygen?
What is the term for biodegradable waste from food and gardens?
Organic Waste
What is composting used for?
To decompose organic matter into a nutrient rich substance called compost to improve soil health
Name one health risk caused by improper hazardous waste disposal
Cancer
what is e-waste?
Electronic waste like old phones, computers, and TVs
What international agreement regulates the movement of hazardous waste between countries?
The Basel Convention
What type of waste is generated by medical and healthcare facilities?
Biomedical Waste.