Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
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Chapter 19, Problem 9RAT
One solution to the problem of our overflowing landfills is to burn plastic objects instead of burying them. Cite one advantage and one disadvantage of this practice.
- (a) Disadvantage: toxic air pollutants; advantage: reduced landfill volume
- (b) Disadvantage: loss of a vital petroleum-based resource; advantage: generation of electricity
- (c) Disadvantage: discourages recycling; advantage: provides new jobs
- (d) All of the above
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