Question

value: 3
which of the following waste management strategies involves the combustion of organic substances contained in waste materials?
a. composting
b. incineration
c. biological treatment
d. landfill disposal

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Composting: Decomposes organic matter into soil - like material, no combustion.
• Incineration: Defined as the combustion (burning) of waste materials, including organic substances.
• Biological treatment: Uses organisms to break down waste, no combustion.
• Landfill disposal: Stores waste, no combustion.

So the strategy involving combustion of organic substances in waste is incineration.

Answer:

b. Incineration