Questions:
1. Define the composition of solid waste.
2. How has the consumption of plastics and paper products changed in the last 30 years? State possible reasons for such changes.
3. Why do the estimates of municipal solid waste generation from various sources differ?
4. What problems may arise from mixing household hazardous waste with domestic waste? Discuss ways to minimize these problems.
5. What does integrated solid waste management really mean and who is responsible for carrying it out?