Question

Which of the following statements is/are correct for generating non-biodegradable waste?

• A. Thermal power plants producing fly ash
• B. Iron and steel plants producing blast furnace slag
• C. Metal industries producing mud and tailings
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

Non-biodegradable waste is a type of waste that can not be broken down into its base compounds by micro-organisms, air, moisture or soil in a reasonable amount of time. Non-biodegradable waste is an environmental concern, as it threatens to overwhelm landfills and create disposal problems. Almost all industries generate some amount of non biodegradable waste for eg fly ash,slag,mud which are major concern for the environment.