Waste Management Quiz

What is the first step in the waste management hierarchy?

• Recycling

• Incineration

• Source Reduction

• Landfilling

What does the term "MSW" stand for in the context of waste management?

• Municipal Solid Waste

• Modern Sustainable Waste

• Material Sorting Workflow

• Mechanical Solid Waste

What is the purpose of a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in waste management?

• Waste Incineration

• Landfill Management

• Sorting and Recycling

• Composting

Which of the following is NOT an example of hazardous waste?

• Batteries

• Paints

• Organic Waste

• Pesticides

What is the term for the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials?

• Incineration

• Landfilling

• Recycling

• Composting

What is the primary goal of source reduction in waste management?

• Increase landfill capacity

• Minimize waste generation at the source

• Enhance recycling efficiency

• Promote waste incineration

Which type of waste poses a threat to human health and the environment if not managed properly?

• Municipal Solid Waste

• Hazardous Waste

• E-Waste

• Construction Debris

What is the purpose of a landfill liner in waste disposal sites?

• Enhance waste decomposition

• Prevent groundwater contamination

• Facilitate waste sorting

• Increase waste storage capacity

What is the main environmental concern associated with improper disposal of electronic waste (E-Waste)?

• Air pollution

• Soil contamination

• Water pollution

• Noise pollution

Which of the following is an example of a non-recyclable material?

• Aluminum cans

• Cardboard

• Styrofoam

• Glass bottles