Terrestrial Pollution I

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What is the correct order of the 3 R's?

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

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What percentage of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) is typically recovered before it enters a landfill or is incinerated?

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35%

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Why is organic matter in landfills a problem?

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It produces methane gas.

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Which material is commonly associated with closed-loop recycling?

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Aluminum

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Which of the following is NOT a form of source reduction?

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Replacing plastic mugs with disposable paper cups.

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Define 'Terrestrial Pollution'.

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Pollution that occurs on land, primarily due to human activities, affecting soil, water, and air quality.

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What is 'Municipal Solid Waste' (MSW)?

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Waste generated from households, commercial establishments, and institutions.

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Explain the concept of 'source reduction'.

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Practices aimed at reducing the amount of waste generated at the source.

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What is 'closed-loop recycling'?

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A recycling process where materials are recycled back into the same product.

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What is methane gas and why is it a concern in landfills?

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A potent greenhouse gas produced during the decomposition of organic matter, contributing to climate change.