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Explain how waste accumulation can be harmful. (Any two points)
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Solution
Waste accumulation can be harmful because:
- Decomposing waste emits toxic gases and chemicals that can contaminate the air, soil, and water bodies, which can result in environmental pollution.
- It can lead to health issues for both people and animals because it serves as a haven for mosquitoes and rats, which are known to carry diseases. It has the ability to spread illness.
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