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Disposal and Managing of Wastes

Disposal of waste

After identifying the type of waste, it is important to
dispose it in a safe manner. Biodegradable wastes

should be thrown in green dustbins, whereas non-
biodegradable wastes should be thrown in blue
biodegradable non-biodegradable
dustbins. They can be taken by the garbage man
wastes wastes
to separate dumping grounds for safe disposal. Dustbins

TIME TO REVISE

Write (T) for true and (F) for false statements.

1. Unclean drinking water may cause typhoid.
2. Unhygienic food may cause typhoid.

3. Non-biodegradable waste cannot be decomposed by microorganisms.
4. Egg shells are biodegradable.

5. Biodegradable wastes should be thrown in blue dustbins.

Managing waste

The best way to manage waste is to follow the three R’s—reduce, reuse and recycle.
Besides being very eff ective in managing non-biodegradable waste, it is also useful in

managing biodegradable waste.

Reduce

It is necessary to reduce the amount of waste we produce.
• Use products with less packaging or with packaging that can be reused or refi lled.

• Use washable plates and cups instead of disposable ones in parties or while
travelling.

• Carry your own cloth bag for shopping. Avoid using plastic Reduce
bag.

• Use cloth napkins to wipe your hands instead of paper
napkins.

• Use paper on both sides when you study. Recycle Reuse

• Buy things only if you need them.

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