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composting |
the conversion of organic waste into mulch |
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recycling |
is the collection of materials that can be broken down and reprocessed to make new items |
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Material recovery facilities |
places where collected recyclable are sorted and prepared for reprocessing |
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Biodegradable |
it does not decompose or break down naturally. |
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Municipal Solid Waste |
is non-liquid waste that comes from homes |
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Hazardous waste |
refers to solid or liquid waste that is toxic |
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Incineration |
is controlled process in which garbage is burned |
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Industrial Waste |
is waste that comes from the production of consumer goods, mining, agriculture. |
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Sanitary Landfill |
waste is buried in the ground or piled up in large mounds |
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Waste |
is any unwanted material or substance that results from a human activity or process |
