How does municipal waste contribute to air pollution?

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Municipal wastes consist of organic matter.The decomposition of this under anaerobic conditions produces methane. Methane produces carbon monoxide on oxidation. The municipal wastes also contribute to air pollution by producing foul smelling gases on decomposition.

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