BIOLOGY IN HUMAN WELFARE
HUMAN HEALTH AND DISEASE
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Question
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it is not able to generate any heat or electricity
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it increases the mass and volume of MSW by converting it to ash
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that it produces air pollution
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the release of methane gas and possibility of leachate contaminating groundwater
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Detailed explanation-1: -Waste incineration contributes to air pollution and like many other forms of air pollution, it seems toxic fumes from incinerators are likely to affect deprived areas, as well as areas with high populations of people of colour the most.
Detailed explanation-2: -Air pollutants such as particulate matter, which cause lung and heart diseases. Heavy metals such as lead and mercury, which cause neurological diseases. Toxic chemicals, such as PFAS and dioxins, which cause cancer and other health problems.
Detailed explanation-3: -The disadvantages of waste-to-energy are numerous and have become more apparent in recent years. They include the pollution and particulates it generates, the destruction of useful materials, and the potential to disincentivize more sustainable waste management solutions and renewable energy sources.
Detailed explanation-4: -Significant levels of pollution The smoke produced during the burning process may include acid gases including but not limited to the carcinogen dioxin, particulates, heavy metals, and nitrogen oxide. These gases are poisonous to the environment.