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Sanitation and solid waste management - class-IX

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Convectional rainfall occurs in which type of area?

  1. Equatorial area

  2. Mountain resin

  3. Hilly area

  4. All of above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Convectional rainfall occurs in equatorial area. In this areas, the surface gets heated because of the sun's heat and the air near it also get heated. As it get heated, it spreads and becomes lighter and moves upwards. Condensation of the water vapour takes place and results in rainfall. In equatorial areas such type of rainfall occurs daily.

All of the following are methods that can be used to reduce the amount of hazardous waste except:

  1. Microchemistry

  2. Substitution with a non-hazardous substance

  3. Mixing hazardous with non-hazardous waste to dilute the mixture

  4. Using the Chemical Exchange program


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

 Micro-chemistry, substitution with a non-hazardous substance and using chemical exchange program can be used to reduce the amount of hazardous waste except mixing hazardous with non-hazardous waste to dilute the mixture.

Identify the waste for segregation of safe disposal of waste.

  1. Wet Waste

  2. Dry Waste

  3. Hazardous Waste

  4. All of these


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Waste is segregated into dry, wet and hazardous categories by using different dust bins for different wastes.

Dry waste includes wood and related products, metals and glass etc.

Wet waste typically refers to the wastes that contain moisture or wetness. These are heavy in weight due to dampness.

Hazardous waste include biomedical wastes like pathogen infected needles, radio-active chemicals and explosive wastes.

Containers should be labeled:

  1. After the container has been filled with waste

  2. Never

  3. As soon as the first drop of waste is added to the container

  4. When the waste is brought to EHS for disposal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Containers should be labeled as soon as the first drop of waste is added to the container.

E-waste is identify as

  1. Electronic waste

  2. Electrical waste

  3. Email waste

  4. Easy waste


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

E-Waste describes discarded electronic devices. Used electronics which are meant to be recycled are also included in this category. Used computers, office electronic equipment, entertainment device electronics, mobile phones, television sets, and refrigerators are the examples of e-waste

E-waste contain lead, cadmium, beryllium etc. which are potentially harmful. Recycling and disposing of e-waste poses a high risk to the workers. 

This includes used menstrual cloth, sanitary napkins, disposable diapers, bandages and any material that is contaminated with blood or
other body fluids.

  1. Biomedical Waste

  2. Dry Waste

  3. Wet Waste

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biomedical waste includes used menstrual cloth, sanitary napkins, disposable diapers, bandages and any material that is contaminated with blood or other body fluids.

Medical wastes are classified as infectious wastes and non-infectious waste. Most of the biomedical waste is toxic in nature.

Non-infectious waste: It is not harmful and do not result in spread of any infection. Examples include: catheters, colostomy bags etc.

Infectious waste: Needles with pathogens, blood containing swabs etc. are the source of infections.

The maximum amount of hazardous waste that can be held in a satellite

accumulation site (excluding acutely hazardous waste) would be?

  1. 55 gallons

  2. 5 gallons

  3. 2 quarts

  4. 10 kilograms


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum amount of hazardous waste that can be held in a satellite accumulation site (excluding acutely hazardous waste) would be 55 gallons.

A hazardous waste can be a:

  1. Solid

  2. Liquid

  3. Sludge

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hazardous wastes are wastes with properties that make them dangerous or potentially harmful to human health or the environment. Hazardous wastes  can be liquids, solids, contained gases, or sludges.

When labeling a vessel that contains hazardous waste which statement is correct:

  1. Only the hazardous substance present in greatest volume need appear on the label

  2. Only flammable, corrosive and reactive substances need to be listed

  3. List all hazardous components and their concentrations

  4. List only the liquids color, taste and general smell


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

When labeling a vessel that contains hazardous waste one must list all hazardous components and their concentrations.

The method where waste materials are dumped in open low lands are known as ______________.

  1. segregation

  2. open dumping

  3. sanitary landfill

  4. composting


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Open dumping means dumping of waste in an open site or low lands or barren stretch of lands. It is harmful to the environment and is prone to burning, pronr to being carried away by air and eaten by stray animals. It is an illegal method of dumping waste which can be seen in many places in developing countries like India.

Which of the following are the advantages of sanitary landfill?

  1. It is free from air pollution from burning

  2. The health problems are minimised since flies, rats and other pests cannot breed

  3. It is mostly free from fire hazards

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The landfill is an area of land used to dump the solid waste. It has its advantage as the dumping of waste material prevents the burning of it which is the major cause of air pollution. Rats, pests and other animals cannot breed in it due to the absence of air and decomposing of waste by microorganisms which reduce health problems and it is safe from hazards caused due to fires.

The process which involves in the decomposition of organic waste into humus is known as ___________.

  1. manure

  2. fertilizer

  3. compost

  4. none of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Composting is the process of biodegrading the organic matter into simpler substances aerobically (in the presence of oxygen) or anaerobically (in the absence of oxygen) by the action of microorganisms including bacteria and fungi which results into formation of compost or humus that is a dead and decayed matter which is further used as manure and fertilizers.

Which method is considered an unacceptable (illegal) means of disposing of hazardous waste?

  1. Pouring down the sink

  2. Placing in the regular trash

  3. Pouring down the storm sewer

  4. All methods above are unacceptable


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Following method is considered an unacceptable (illegal) means of disposing of hazardous waste:-

  • Pouring down the sink
  • Placing in the regular trash
  • Pouring down the storm sewer

Where does municipal waste come from?

  1. Hospitals and medical facilities.

  2. Businesses and offices.

  3. Households and local councils.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Municipal waste consists of everyday items we use and then throw away, such as product packaging, grass clippings, furniture, clothing, bottles, food scraps, newspapers, appliances, paint, and batteries. These wastes  comes  from our homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses.

All of the following statements about hazardous waste containers are true, except for the following:

  1. Containers must be closed except when removing or adding waste.

  2. Containers must be clean on the outside.

  3. Contents must be compatible with the type of waste containers.

  4. Any type of container, including food containers, can be used to contain hazardous waste.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

 Any type of containers, including food containers, cannot be used to contain any hazardous wastes.

What percent of the moisture content is beneficial for biological breakdown of the waste?

  1. 40%

  2. 45%

  3. 50%

  4. 55%


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The moisture content of the waste is considered as a single critical parameter for evaluating the efficiency of the bio-drying process. The moisture content influences microbial activity and biodegradation of the organic component during the bio-drying process. Despite the fact this technology is considered as a zero leachate approach, it is likely that a limited amount of free water may seep through the waste matrix and collected at the bottom of the bioreactor as leachate. Bio-drying has mostly been studied for MSW (municipal solid waste pulp and paper and, garbage residues and sewage sludge with 50–70% as the optimal initial moisture content range for the bio-drying process.

The method by which the waste is packed and dumped at the site and is covered with earth is called __________.

  1. segregation

  2. sanitary landfill

  3. composting

  4. open dumping


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sanitary landfill is a process of isolating the waste from the environment. The solid waste is buried in the land with proper regard that it does not dissipate in the groundwater for which synthetic sheet is used below. Then it is systematically dumped and covered by earth to prevent its effects on topsoil.

Precipitation of water with dissolved acids reach the ground, Such rainfall is called _______________.

  1. Acid Rain

  2. Convectional rainfall

  3. Cyclonic rainfall

  4. All of above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Because of air pollution in industrial areas, various gases get mixed in the air. Different acids are created when the water vapour in the air reacts chemically with these gases. Precipitation of water with dissolved acids reach the ground. Such rainfall is called 'acid rain'.

Which of the following are the major benefits of composting?

  1. It enhances soil nutrients and water retention capacity of soils

  2. It suppresses plant disease

  3. It rejuvenates poor soil by adding humus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Composting is the natural way of recycling which involves bio-degradation of organic waste and turning it into organic fertilizer. In this process, various microorganisms including bacteria and fungi break down the organic matter into simpler substances. It enhances the soil nutrients and water retention capacity of soil by moderating soil temperature and maintains the pH of the soil. It suppresses plant disease by providing them adequate nutrients to absorb and make the soil fertile.

A mechanical means of treating industrial effluents is called _______.

  1. Sedimentation

  2. Rainwater harvesting

  3. Recycling of waste water

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Treatment of industrial effluents can be done in three phases.

  • (a) Primary treatment by mechanical means. This involves screening, grinding, flocculation, and sedimentation. 
  • (b) Secondary treatment by biological process. 
  • (c) Tertiary treatment by biological, chemical and physical processes. This involves recycling of wastewater.

How much amount is allocated for solid waste management in SBM (Urban)?

  1. 7200 Crore

  2. 7366 Crore

  3. 7500 Crore

  4. 7600 Crore


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

7366 crore amount is allocated for solid waste management in Swachh Bharat Mission in urban area.

Problem of solid waste disposal can be reduced through _____________________.

  1. lesser pollution

  2. recycling

  3. population control

  4. economic development


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Recycling means a process of converting waste material into new products. It reduces the quantity of waste material and that can be brought into potential use in one form or another and thus filters the solid waste of trash.

What is the full form of MDWS?

  1. Ministry of Drinking Water and Sewage

  2. Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation

  3. Minister of Drinking Water and Sanitation

  4. None of these


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation is a ministry of the Government of India. In 1999, the Department of Drinking Water Supply was formed under Ministry of Rural Development, for focused attention on drinking water and sanitation.

Which of the following measures are used in sanitation?

  1. Drainage

  2. Ventilation

  3. Pure water supply

  4. All of above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sanitation is the means which provides hygiene through the prevention of human contact with hazards of wastes. Following measures are used in sanitation:-

  • Drainage
  • Ventilation
  • Pure water supply

What amount is allocated by Centre to SBM (Urban)?

  1. 12000 Crore

  2. 14623 Crore

  3. 15000 Crore

  4. 20,000 Crore


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

14623 crore amount is allocated by centre to Swachh Bharat Mission in urban area.

Who is the inspiration behind the concept of SBM?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Morarji Desai

  4. Sardar Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Swachh Bharat" mission is "beyond politics" and inspired by "patriotism", which was mainly Mahatma Gandhi's vision of a "clean and developed" India. It was first started on the 145th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation.

What is the full form of SBM?

  1. Swachh Bharat Mission

  2. Swastha Bharat Mission

  3. Safal Bharat Mission

  4. Sashata Bharat Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Swachh Bharat Mission is a campaign by the Government of India to clean the streets, roads and infrastructure of the country. This mission was started on 2nd October 2014.

Disposal of waste without negatively effecting public health and environment is called ______________.

  1. Solid Waste Management

  2. Environmental Sanitation

  3. Dry Sanitation

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Disposal of waste without negatively affecting public health and the environment is called Solid Waste Management. It is a term that is used to refer to the process of collecting and treating solid wastes. It also offers solutions for recycling items that do not belong to garbage or trash.

Which award is given by the Indian Government to cities and villages for cleanliness?

  1. Swach Puraskar

  2. Swachhta Puraskar

  3. Clean Region Award

  4. Nirmal Puraskar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nirmal Puraskar award is given by the Indian Government to cities and villages for cleanliness

Waste management programme functions on the theory of _____________.

  1. waste collection

  2. sanitation

  3. reduce, reuse, recycle

  4. none of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Reduce, reuse, recycle is the slogan around which whole waste management works. It involves steps of segregating waste and reducing them by the method such as "composting" then bringing into use some waste articles in one or other forms and the last step recycling so that the waste could be brought into use once again. This helps in diminishing the carbon footprint and waste effluent in the environment.

What is the tag-line of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan?

  1. Sabka kadam swachhata ki ore

  2. Ek kadam swachhata ki ore

  3. Har ek kadam swachhata ki ore

  4. All of above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Logo with spectacles of Mahatma Gandhi with ‘Swachh Bharat’ written on the two glasses with the bridge of the spectacles in National Tricolour signifies the entire nation uniting to achieve the vision of Mahatma for a ‘Clean India.’ The Tagline “Ek Kadam Swachhata Ki Aur” exhorts all citizens to contribute in their own way towards the goal of Swachh Bharat.

Swachh Bharat Abhiyan was launched on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhis birth
anniversary. Which one was it?

  1. 100th

  2. 125th

  3. 145th

  4. 150th


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"Swachh Bharat" mission is "beyond politics" and inspired by "patriotism", which was  Mahatma Gandhi's vision of a "clean and developed" India. In the 145th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation, this mission was started.

Which of the following methods are used to restrict soil erosion ? 
(A) Ploughing along contour lines
(B)  Strip cropping
(C) Jhumming
(D) Mixed farming

  1. A and B

  2. A and C

  3. B and D

  4. B and C


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Contour ploughing (or contour ploughing) or contour, farming is the farming practice of ploughing across a slope following its elevation contour lines. 


The rows form slow water runoff during rainstorms to prevent soil erosion and allow the water time to settle into the soil.
 Strip cropping is a method of farming used when a slope is too steep or too long, or otherwise when one does not have an alternative method of preventing soil erosion. 

Hence, the correct option is $\text{A}$

CLTS stands for __________________.

  1. Community Led Total Sanitation

  2. Communication Led Total Sanitation

  3. Community Life Total Sanitation

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Community-Led Total Sanitation is an approach that focuses on improving sanitation and hygiene practices in a community. It includes awareness, development of habits, educating people and starting initiatives that can bring about spontaneous and long-lasting behavioral change. Ending open defecation, proper disposal of garbage, etc are the approaches of CLTS.

The term Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) is generally used to describe _____________________.

  1. wastes from industrial processes, construction and demolition debris

  2. wastes from private homes, commercial establishment and institutions

  3. mining wastes

  4. agricultural wastes


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The term municipal solid waste (MSW) is generally used to describe most of the non-hazardous solid waste from a city, town or village that requires routine collection and transport to a processing or disposal site, Sources of MSW include private homes, commercial establishments, and institutions, as well as industrial facilities.

The Central Rural Sanitation Programme was implemented in the year ____________.

  1. 1985

  2. 1970

  3. 1986

  4. 2001


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India's First nationwide program of rural sanitation, CRSP was launched in 1986 with the aim of ending open defecation. It emphasizes on information, education, and communication, Human resource development, capacity development activities to increase awareness among the people of rural areas.

The work of disposal of all domestic and industrial waste is called __________________.

  1. waste management

  2. sanitation

  3. pollution

  4. none of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Waste management refers to the collection, transportation and disposal of garbage, sewage, domestic and industrial waste products. It includes recycling of waste product, making them reusable and techniques of depleting non-biodegradable waste.

Problem of solid waste disposal can be reduced through_________.

  1. Recycling

  2. Lesser pollution

  3. More timber

  4. Population control


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Recycling is the process of converting waste  materials into new materials and objects. It is an alternative to "conventional" waste disposal that can save material and help lower greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling can prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, thereby reducing: energy  usage, air pollution, and water pollution.

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