Lecture Notes on Solid Waste Disposal

These flashcards cover essential concepts and vocabulary related to solid waste disposal as discussed in the lecture notes.

Solid Waste

Any unwanted or discarded material that is not a liquid or gas.

Landfill

A site for the disposal of waste materials by burial.

E-waste

Discarded electronic devices such as televisions, cell phones, and computers.

Incineration

The waste disposal method where waste is burned at high temperatures.

Sanitary Landfill

A landfill that employs specific engineering techniques to contain waste and minimize environmental impact.

Leachate

A toxic liquid produced when rainwater filters through solid waste in a landfill.

Affluenza

A term used to describe the unsustainable addiction to overconsumption among affluent consumers.

Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

Waste generated by homes, businesses, and other community activities, commonly referred to as garbage.

Microplastics

Tiny plastic particles that contribute to marine pollution.

Great Pacific Garbage Patch

A large area in the North Pacific Ocean where marine debris accumulates, mostly non-biodegradable materials.