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APES ch 16 quiz

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Landfill potential threats to the environment   show
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show Aerobic decomposition allows oxygen to enter waste - leads to the creation of compost. Anaerobic decomposition restricts organic waste from receiving oxygen which leads to anaerobic breakdown of the waste which leads to the release of methane.  
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show process of burning waste materials  
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show Pros: Reduces volume and mass of waste materials and sometimes generates electricity or heat.  
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Incineration con   show
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show Tires that may end up in the wrong place, sit there and collect water as it rains. This sedentary water in the tire becomes a breeding ground for mosquitoes - carrying malaria.  
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Dangers of E waste   show
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recycling pro   show
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show Con: costly and still requires additional energy  
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show Pro: aerobic decomposition creates organic fertilizer  
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show Con: anaerobic decomposition of organic materials leads to production of methane; smelly  
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RCRA "cradel to grave"   show
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CERCLA "superfund act"   show
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