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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following statements with respect to characteristics of solid waste is correct?
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| Avg. composition(% by weight at disposal site) | ||
| Mass | For a typical Indian city | For a typical city of USA |
| Garbage | 45% | 20% |
| Rubbish | 15% | 50% |
| Ashes | 15% | 15% |
| Fine dust/ silt and sand | 25% | 15% |
From the table, it is clear that the correct statement is The refuse of a typical Indian city has more garbage percentage (by weight) than that of a city in the USA.
Additional InformationRubbish:
- Rubbish is a general term applied to solid wastes originating in households, commercial establishments and institutions, excluding garbage and ashes.
- Combustible (primary organic): paper, cardboard, cartons wood, boxes, plastics, rags, cloth, bedding, leather, rubber, grass, leaves, yard trimmings
- Noncombustible (primary inorganic): metals, tin cans, metal foils dirt, stones, bricks, ceramics crockery, glass bottles, other mineral refuse
- The density of rubbish usually varies between 50 to 400 kg/m3.
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