Question

Which of the following is not an advantage of separating wastes?

• A. Recycling of waste leads to conservation of energy.
• B. Dumping of waste in landfills leads to contamination of soil.
• C. Helps in reducing the pollution.
• D. Spreads awareness about environment friendly products.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Dumping of waste in landfills leads to contamination of soil.

The correct option is B.

Explanation for correct option:

1. Waste separation exhibits many advantages and benefits.
2. It protects the environment and minimizes the environmental influence of waste bound to incinerators or dumps.
3. Efficient separation of waste shows that less waste would go to landfills, which makes it inexpensive and enhanced for the people of the nation and the environment.
4. The issue of contamination of soil due to dumping of wastes in the landfills would get sorted by the process of waste separation.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Waste separation, that is, dividing the wastes into wet and dry.
2. Dry wastes comprise wood, metals, glass, and related products, while wet wastes usually refer to organic waste.
3. Waste separation helps in recycling wastes more easily, which further results in the conservation of energy.

Option C:

1. Waste separation or sorting helps in minimizing pollution like land, air, and water pollution.

Option D:

1. Waste separation or sorting into wet and dry wastes helps in spreading awareness about the products, which are environment friendly.

Final answer: Dumping waste in landfills resulting in the contamination of soil is not an advantage of separating wastes.