AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Waste-to-energy incineration reduces waste volume but risks
A.air pollution from stack emissions and toxic ash
B.producing no emissions at all
C.creating new land
D.increasing waste volume
Explanation
Core Concept
Burning cuts volume by ~90% and can generate power, but emissions and ash demand strict controls — the incinerator tradeoff.
Correct Answer
Aair pollution from stack emissions and toxic ash
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