i. Name the following method of solid waste management. ii. What type of waste is used in this method?

Question

Observe the diagram and answer the following questions:

i. Name the following method of solid waste management.

ii. What type of waste is used in this method?

iii. What kind of useful substances can be obtained from such methods?

Answer 1

i. The given diagram shows modern landfill site. This method is used for solid waste management.

ii. In this method only degradable waste matter collected in cities can be used. Such solid waste can undergo biodegradation and hence can be managed in an eco-friendly way.

iii. From such decomposition, organic fertilizers and manure formed through composting are obtained. Methane gas is also obtained which is used as fuel.