Question

Describe the usefulness of incineration of wastes, and also mention the precautions required in it.

Answer 1

Usefulness of incineration of wastes:

• It reduces the weight of the waste.
• It reduces the volume of the waste.
• It renders toxic wastes into less toxic or even non-toxic wastes.

Precautions required for incineration:

• It should be carried out at very high temperatures.
• It should be equipped with pollution control devices.
• It should be installed away from residential areas.