Question

Which of the following is an effect of waste accumulation?

• A. Over population
• B. Health problems
• C. Industrialization
• D. Urbanization

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Health problems

Waste accumulation due to improper disposal spoils the landscape, causes different types of pollution and contributes to many health problems. The improper waste disposal also creates many ecological and social problems, for instance, accumulation of wastes in the densely populated areas, disposal of urban sewage and industrial wastes discharged into rivers etc. affect soil, air, and water ecosystem. Chemical, biological and explosive wastes pose immediate or long run danger to the life of man, plants, and animals.