Waste Management (OCR GCSE Biology A, Combined (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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Which of these is an example of household waste?
Which of these is an example of household waste?
Food scraps
What is industrial waste?
What is industrial waste?
By-products from manufacturing & mining
Which of these is a type of agricultural waste?
Which of these is a type of agricultural waste?
Animal manure
What makes waste 'hazardous'?
What makes waste 'hazardous'?
It poses a risk to health/environment
Which harmful gases are released when waste is burnt?
Which harmful gases are released when waste is burnt?
Carbon dioxide and methane
How does poor waste management cause water pollution?
How does poor waste management cause water pollution?
Chemicals & waste enter water bodies
How can soil contamination affect the food chain?
How can soil contamination affect the food chain?
Hazardous materials enter the food chain
What impact do landfills have on biodiversity?
What impact do landfills have on biodiversity?
They reduce biodiversity
What health problems can exposure to hazardous waste cause?
What health problems can exposure to hazardous waste cause?
Serious health problems
How does 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' help protect biodiversity?
How does 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' help protect biodiversity?
It reduces pollution & habitat loss
What is a benefit of composting organic waste?
What is a benefit of composting organic waste?
It enriches soil without harm
How do lined landfills help protect the environment?
How do lined landfills help protect the environment?
They prevent pollution & protect habitats