Waste Management (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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Which of the following is an example of household waste?
Which of the following is an example of household waste?
Food scraps
What type of waste comes from manufacturing and mining processes?
What type of waste comes from manufacturing and mining processes?
Industrial waste
Which items are examples of agricultural waste?
Which items are examples of agricultural waste?
Animal manure and crop residues
What makes hazardous waste different from other waste types?
What makes hazardous waste different from other waste types?
It poses a risk to health/environment
Which harmful gases are released when waste is burned?
Which harmful gases are released when waste is burned?
Carbon dioxide and methane
How does soil contamination from hazardous materials affect the food chain?
How does soil contamination from hazardous materials affect the food chain?
Materials enter the food chain
What impact do landfills and waste dumps have on biodiversity?
What impact do landfills and waste dumps have on biodiversity?
Destroy habitats, reduce biodiversity
What health effect can result from exposure to hazardous waste?
What health effect can result from exposure to hazardous waste?
Serious health problems
How does reducing, reusing, and recycling help protect biodiversity?
How does reducing, reusing, and recycling help protect biodiversity?
Reduces pollution, preserves ecosystems
What is a benefit of composting organic waste?
What is a benefit of composting organic waste?
Enriches soil without harming environment