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Explain any two methods of safe disposal of waste.

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Instructions:
  • Mention any two methods.
  • Explain them.
Solution:
The methods are segregation and dumping.
Segregation
  • Segregation means separating or sorting of waste.​
  • It helps in grouping various types of waste.​
  • It saves a lot of effort, money and time needed for waste disposal.​
Dumping:​
  • Huge quantity of solid waste from urban areas is heaped up on open grounds either within the city limits or outside. Such areas are called dumping zone.​
  • It is the oldest and cheapest method.​
  • It creates many environmental problems:​
    • Spoils the beauty of the landscape​
    • Foul odour​
    • Breeding ground for flies

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