Question

QUESTION 24

Hazardous waste can best be defined as
O A waste that threatens human health or the environment because it is toxic
o B. nutrients
OC pollution
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BERSEDES
D. 530% of all discarded material
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Answer 1

Hazardous waste is waste that threatens human and environmental health. That is the reason is referred to as “hazardous”. It is a hazard because it is dangerous and threatens human safety and environmental well being. This is also why disposing of hazardous waste is challenging and strictly regulated.