ICSE Class 10 Geography Question 6 of 29

Waste Management — Impact of Waste Accumulation — Question 6

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Question 6

What affect does the burning of organic waste has on environment?

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The burning of organic waste has following effects on environment:

  1. It releases toxic gases such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and other greenhouse gases.
  2. Smoke contains particulate matter which can enter lungs and affect respiratory system.
  3. The smoke when combines with condensed moisture cause smog, which is dangerous for lungs.