Question

Large-scale disposal of solid waste in low areas of the ground and then covering it with earth is called

• A. Deep well injection
• B. Pyrolysis
• C. Incineration
• D. Landfill

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Landfill

Large-scale disposal of solid waste in low areas of the ground and then covering it with earth is called a landfill.

Incineration is a method of solid waste destruction in a furnace by controlled burning at high temperatures.

Pyrolysis is the decomposition of organic matter at high temperatures in the absence of oxygen.

Deep well injection is a liquid waste disposal technology for the disposal of hazardous, industrial and municipal wastewater.